Libraries are one of our favorite places to spend the day. We have so many Wayne County libraries in Michigan to choose from. Read a book, check out the children’s section, or do some research. Libraries make the perfect play space when the weather isn’t perfect! Allen Park Allen Park Public Library Address: 8100 Allen Road Allen Park, Michigan 48101…
We love attending weekly storytimes all around Metro Detroit. It is a great way for children to learn and socialize with their peers. Find out where and when Wayne County Weekly Story Times are held. Most programs are drop-in, but please contact the library before you do just to make sure they are hosting a story time and register if…
Rev’d Up Fun in Woodhaven is a 30,000 square foot indoor playground that features laser tag, climbing structure, bumper cars, interactive 3D theatre thrill ride, zip-line & agility ropes course, arcade games, and a cafe. We received complimentary base packages in order to facilitate this review. All opinions are my own. Your experience may differ. Rev’d Up Fun is an indoor…
“Rainbow City Roller Rink is an inflatable wonderland- turned-roller skating rink designed by acclaimed artist duo FriendsWithYou. Set inside 1001 Woodward Avenue and overlooking Campus Martius Park, the installation brings a colorful and whimsical experience to Downtown Detroit. The project is produced by Library Street Collective and supported by Bedrock Detroit and the Quicken Loans Community Fund.” My family and…
Marvel: Universe of Super Heroes Exhibit stops for a short time at The Henry Ford in Dearborn. More than 300 artifacts, immersive experiences and more.
The Indoor Water Park in Warren is located in the Community Center building on Arden. (west of Mound, between 13 and 14 mile). The building houses the pool, a fitness center, a gymnasium, an auditorium and so much more. About our visit: The site offers a great locker room with plenty of lockers, bathroom facilities, showers, electrical outlets (for dryers…
Find over 20 other inflatable play spaces on our round up page. Extreme Fun is located in Macomb Mall in Roseville, close to Sears. The facility houses six bouncers for children to enjoy, an arcade and a tot lot area. Admission is just $5 per child Monday through Friday and $10 per child on Saturday and Sunday. Their hours are…
The Jungle Java in Clinton Township location hosts a large play structure with slides, tons of climbing elements and more.
Last weekend we had the opportunity to enjoy a free stay at Boyne Mountain, including a one-day pass to the indoor water park, Avalanche Bay. We received this stay in return for this promotional post. We are not obliged to give a positive review. All opinions are my own. We are traveling all around Michigan and neighboring states to experience…
AHA Museum in Lancaster, Ohio I don’t know about you, but when I am on vacation or a mini-getaway, I love to find things to do with my kids that are not necessarily on the beaten path. I consider myself a pretty good expert on inexpensive and free places to play in the Metro-Detroit area, but it can be a…
While vacationing along the Central Coast of California, we had the opportunity to check you the Santa Maria Children’s Discovery Museum and I am so glad we did! We arrived shortly after it opened at 10am on a Tuesday morning. We were one of a small handful of families at the center. The volunteer coordinator who greeted us at…
Ah yes, Another holiday, another project. There are cards to create, treats to make, and gifts that let kids know how much we love them…hopefully for under $10. We started The Robot Garage when our three daughters were young, but with two now in college and one almost there, the pressure is off. They’re lucky if they get a card…
The Troy Public Library is located in the city complex, near the Troy Family Aquatic Center. The Children’s Department is one of the largest I have visited in the area with many special and unique areas. We walked around to explore a little bit and admired the big colorful rugs and the sheer amount of BOOKS. So many books!…
Last week a friend and I revisited the Rochester Hills Public Library. We really enjoyed our time there. They offer so much in their children’s section, beyond the ROWS and ROWS of books. The puppet theater was well stocked with tons of puppets to spark creativity and dramatic play. Want to listen to a book on tape? Train…
Book lovers, rejoice! A new location of Barnes and Noble, the nation’s largest retail book vendor, has opened. This brand new “prototype” Barnes & Noble storefront is located at the Village of Rochester Hills in Rochester Hills, Michigan. Despite the closing of various stores around the nation, Barnes & Noble has chosen this to be the first new location in…
