Beautiful cities and landscapes running from the east coast to the west, a melting pot of people and viewpoints, the freedom of speech, religion and the ability to vote in our democracy and protest — and so much more.
While our country isn’t perfect, there are a lot of things to appreciate about living here in America and southeast Michigan parents who have pride in the United States of America may be looking for ways to instill that same patriotism...
Saturday, 29 April 2023
Friday, 28 April 2023
Help for a Frugal Parent
If you are anything like us, you start off summer super excited about the huge list of must-do fun you created to keep the kids happy – while cramming in all that family time you feel you miss the rest of the year – before they have to head back to school again.
But before you run out of ideas or get too far into your list, you realize all that fun comes with a pretty hefty price tag when you add it up. Give your debit card a little break with these...
Beautiful Gardens in Metro Detroit and Ann Arbor
After a bitter winter, seeing Michigan bloom with beauty in the spring is a magical feeling. Take some time to smell the flowers, as they say, with a visit to a botanical garden, community green space or conservatory.
Enjoy an afternoon stroll through one of these local gardens and take a little extra time to appreciate the season.
For more family activities this...
Family Museum Guide: Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation
Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation is packed with lots of history, artifacts, inventions and hands-on experiences. It was named after Henry Ford, the man that created the Ford Motor Company.
Quick details about The Henry Ford:
Photo credit: Kari Zaffarano
Address: 20900 Oakwood Blvd., Dearborn
Hours: 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. daily
Cost: $30/ages 12-61, $27/ages 62-plus, $22.50/ages...
Family Neighborhood Guide: Auburn Hills
Known for its many unique retail, entertainment and recreation attractions, the sprawling suburban community of Auburn Hills has much to offer for families seeking a fun day out.
Over the past few decades, Auburn Hills has grown as an economic leader in the area, home to more than 80 international corporations and 22 technology parks — including the U.S. headquarters of major automotive manufacturers like Stellantis, BorgWarner and Volkswagen...
Thursday, 27 April 2023
Macomb County Health Department Programs for Your Child
Every parent wants a happy, healthy family. One effective way to keep your children healthy is through routine hearing and vision screenings and by making sure they are up-to-date on all of their immunizations.
Early identification of hearing or vision problems will help children develop, grow and learn, says Ashley Mascagni, Certified Health Education Specialist and Hearing and Vision Program Manager with the Macomb County Health Department.
In...
Best Picnic Areas in Metro Detroit and Ann Arbor
Dotted with parks, crisscrossed with streams and bordered by Lake Michigan and the Detroit River, there are plenty of picturesque picnic spots to choose from in southeast Michigan.
Pack up a picnic and head out to one of these picture-perfect local spots. Most of these sites also include family-friendly activities on site too like playgrounds, swimming pools, hiking trails and more.
Quick tips for family picnics
Picnics can be a relaxing way to enjoy...
Are Childhood Vaccines Safe?
Let’s face it: going to the pediatrician for their “shots” is never on a kid’s top 10 list of things to do. Plus, with so many vaccines available these days, kids aren’t the only ones with vaccine anxiety. While the COVID-19 pandemic has given some parents extra motivation to vaccinate their children for all childhood diseases, others have questions about how vaccines work and what happens if their child doesn’t get them.
In a blog post on the Henry...
Best Food Trucks in Metro Detroit and Ann Arbor
With the warmer months upon us, we are bound to see food trucks out at events, festivals and even graduation parties. They have become a more common (and welcomed!) occurrence since the pandemic.
We’ve roundup up some of the best food trucks we could find in the southeastern Michigan area.
Cousins Maine Lobster Truck
Contact: 313-723-1493; detroit@cousinsmainelobster.com
It’s nationally known and locally owned, but gives local entrepreneurs who...
