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Bringing the Magic Home:
Holiday Decorating with Megan Gensky Photography by Provided Every year, as the holidays draw near, homes begin to sparkle with anticipation and creativity, and for designer Megan Gensky , that magic starts long before the first ornament is hung. Megan and her team offer a complete holiday design experience that takes the stress out of seasonal decorating so that clients can simply sit back and enjoy the beauty of the season. “We offer full set up and take down of holiday décor,” Megan...
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Food + Beverage
Holiday Food Hacks
Article by Angela Broockerd | Photography by Janie Jones Make holiday entertaining easy with these styling food hacks that look impressive but are simple to create. If you don't have time to bake a dessert but want to serve something that doesn't look store bought, simply top it with berries, herbs, a sauce or a holiday prop to give it a little something extra. We made a trip to Trader Joes and purchased most of these items, and after some simple assembling and minimal baking, we were able to...
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Entertainment
Bridging History and Good Times
The new Rock Island Bridge project is a one-of-a-kind space Article by Diana Lambdin Meyer | Photography by Bruce N. Meyer When, if ever, have you watched a competitive rowing event in person? Or enjoyed the creativity of plein air painting at 40 feet above a river? Or just sipped a cold one while wild ducks paddle below your feet? We can now do these things and many more in a long-awaited fun new place. The Rock Island Bridge Entertainment District is finally open to the public. And we have...
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Home + Design
Cozy & Classic:
Holiday Decor That Feels Like Home Article by Angela Broockerd | Photography by Janie Jones Decorating for the holidays doesn't have to be a stressful, all-or-nothing affair. If the thought of packing away every single item just to replace it with Christmas-themed gear gives you a headache, you’re not alone! We spoke with expert decorators Mary Carol Garrity, warmly known for the founder of Nell Hills and Diebolt's and her business partner, Rebecca to get their best tips on creating a...
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