Safer Tech Devices for Kids of All Ages

How often do you pull out an atlas or flip through a phone book? Do you remember the last time you charged up a digital camera or camcorder? Probably not, thanks to that smartphone in your pocket. Smartphones and handheld devices make it easy to get directions, call any contact or capture a special moment on photo or video. The convenience of tapping to pay when you forget...

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Best Apple Orchards in Metro Detroit and Ann Arbor

Delight your taste buds with fresh cinnamon sugar doughnuts and homemade apple cider at southeast Michigan’s best cider mills and apple orchards this fall. Bring out the whole family and make a day of it — head to one of your local orchards to pick apples, venture through a corn maze or play at one of the many other cool attractions offered. Many locations are open daily; some even year ’round. Browse this list of the best cider mills in Michigan’s...

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Best Family Shows and Movies to Stream in August

The end of summer is here and, chances are, your kids are bummed about it. Luckily, there’s still plenty of time to hang with your family before all of the back-to-school madness begins. This month, the streaming services are offering everything from a Marvel hit to fun originals, and we can’t help but be excited by the Lego Disney Princess special. Here’s what your crew will want to watch together in August.   Guardians of the Galaxy:...

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Disney Film Favorites Transforms to Immersive Event in Metro Detroit

Head to Lighhouse ArtSpace Detroit to see its newest immersive experience, Disney Animation. You’ll be able to sing along to your favorite songs and imagine yourself in the Disney movies. If you buy a VIP or premium ticket, you will be given a wristband that lights up in different colors during the experience, a cushion to sit on during the show and Disney prints to take home. Quick...

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Top 50 Public High Schools in Michigan

Three Michigan high schools are among the top 100 in the country, according to the new 2023 U.S. News & World Report Best High Schools rankings — with City High Middle School in Grand Rapids rated as No. 18. The other top local schools were International Academy of Macomb in Clinton Township at No. 21 and International Academy in Bloomfield Hills at No. 52 The U.S. News teamed up with the North Carolina-based RTI International, a global...

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Find the Right School in Metro Detroit

Just like your child, every school is unique. Finding a school that is the right fit is one of the biggest decisions you will make as a parent.  Along with our Metro Detroit Partners, we are making this important task a little less challenging. We’ve put together a stellar list of schools in Metro Detroit, each with its own features and academic approach. Give our school partners a look and discover how they can help your child thrive! This...

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Five Tips for Eating Healthy while Traveling with Kids

Traveling with the family should be about having a good time and making great memories. However, the nature of travel can unravel your child’s healthy diet. We all know what this can lead to: tummy aches, sugar highs and cranky kiddos. The good news is that you can keep kids feeling happy, healthy and satisfied on vacation by following a few simple rules. “A family vacation is a great opportunity to role model for your kids and introduce your family...

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Watch This, Do That: Barbie

We’ve all been waiting for the Barbie movie to come out for months, even years, since it was first announced. Every mother was excited to show her kids a glimpse into the life of one of her favorite Mattel toys, Barbie. Unfortunately, the movie does not seem like the right fit for younger children, although teens and tweens may actually enjoy it. It is rated PG-13, so use your discretion.   Things to talk about with your teens and tweens after...

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Date Night Ideas: Fun Things for Parents to Do in Metro Detroit and Ann Arbor

Need to get some one-on-one time with your sweetheart? There are tons of fun events coming to Metro Detroit and Ann Arbor that you and your partner will love. Here, you’ll find a list of events coming to Macomb, Oakland, Wayne and Washtenaw county. Plus, find some tips on why date nights are so important and get some ideas for at-home dates, too. Check them out and start...

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