Martin Luther King Jr. Education Center Academy Looks to the Future

More than 50 years ago, a small group of families trusted the care of their children to a newly opened early childhood center in Detroit called Martin Luther King Jr. Day Care Center, which was founded by the Rev. Havious Green and his wife, Julia, in 1971.  At a time when the effects of legalized educational segregation and racial hostilities were widespread, the Greens...

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What Parents Need to Know About New Michigan Gun Safety Package

The 11-bill gun safety package reintroduced by Michigan democrats in the aftermath of the Michigan State University school shooting in February carries potential changes for gun-owning parents.  Some of the bills were passed last week and are awaiting the governor’s signature. They dictate how firearms can be stored in homes shared with children; introduce a range of penalties for adults when a minor accesses firearms; and require new notices...

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Putt Putt Miniature Golf Courses in Metro Detroit and Ann Arbor

It’s time to take to the tee and practice your swing for a game or two of miniature golf with the family. Keep the games interesting and check out the attractions at these metro Detroit putt-putt courses, featuring castles, goofy creatures, Egyptian pyramids and wild themes that let players time travel, walk the ocean’s floor and more. You can even find glow-in-the-dark putt-putt! So beat the summer sloth with good times and stellar strokes, day...

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What Your Child Should Know Before Kindergarten

Every parent wonders if their child is where they should be academically, but what about the life skills that should be mastered before kindergarten starts?  With the help of early childhood educator Noel Wright, we’ve compiled a list your little one should have down by the end of the preschool years.  1. The skills “Gross motor skills include skipping, standing on one foot, galloping, hopping on one foot, kicking or throwing a ball...

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Super Fun 2023 Summer Camps

From STEM to swim and everything in between, there’s a summer camp experience in metro Detroit just waiting for your child. Fun summer camps are the perfect place for your child to grow, learn, make friends and just have a great time.  Should you go for what you know your kid will love? Or should you try something new? With so many quality summer camps to choose from, why not do both? No matter what, Metro Parent’s advertising partners have...

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Win a 2-Night Stay at the Bavarian Inn Lodge and Waterpark

Bye-bye, sweater weather and hello swimsuit season! It may be a bit too early to hit the beach, but it’s not too early for a family getaway to an indoor waterpark to help you usher in spring.  And the Bavarian Inn Lodge in Frankenmuth is the perfect mini road trip to make that happen. They’ve got family entertainment galore: A colossal indoor waterpark with FOUR pools,...

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The Ultimate Guide to Dinosaur Spots in the Midwest

If you have any dinosaur fans at home, you know that they can’t seem to stop stomping around or sharing their latest dinosaur fact. Did you know that chickens are descendants from dinosaurs? Or that dinosaur fossils have been found on all seven continents? Let’s just say dinosaurs aren’t going out of style anytime soon. As dinosaurs continue to rule the world, there are some Chicagoland attractions to get your dino fix like The Field Museum and Bess...

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Easter Bunny and Egg Hunt Events in Metro Detroit and Ann Arbor

Hippity hop, Easter is on its way (on April 9, 2023, to be exact)! The Easter Bunny is sure to be spotted soon and there are tons of Easter events to celebrate his arrival in Macomb, Oakland, Washtenaw and Wayne counties! We’ve compiled this list of some of the coolest egg hunts, Easter Bunny visits and other family Easter events in the area to help ease your search for the right event for your family. There’s even an event where a helicopter...

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Win Tickets to Madagascar The Musical at the Fox Theatre

Who likes to “Move It, Move It?” The national tour— Madagascar The Musical — is coming to Fox Theatre on May 13. Join Alex the Lion, Marty the Zebra, Melman the Giraffe, Gloria the Hippo and a colony of hilarious, clever penguins as they escape from the Central Park Zoo and embark on an unexpected journey to the wacky world of King Julien’s Madagascar! We’re giving away a pack of four tickets to Madagascar The Musical on Saturday, May 13 at 2 p.m. Fill...

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Win Tickets to Bluey’s Big Play at the Fox Theatre

Calling all Bluey fans! The brand-new live event — Bluey’s Big Play — is coming to Fox Theatre on April 21-23. Join Bluey and Bingo as they pull out all of the games and cleverness at their disposal to get Dad off that bean bag. We’re giving away a pack of four tickets to the Bluey’s Big Play show on Friday, April 21 at 7 p.m. Fill out the below form by Monday, April 17, 2023, for your chance to win Bluey’s Big Play tickets. Follow Metro Parent...

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Free Things to Do with Kids in Metro Detroit and Ann Arbor

There’s no shortage of fun things for families to do in metro Detroit. From vvisiting museums to attending a sporting event or dining at delicious eateries, it’s easy to plan an exciting day out with the family — but that doesn’t mean it’s always easy on your wallet.  These fun destinations and activities are either completely free or have no admission fee, which makes...

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