Last week we visited the Spray Park in Clintonwood Park in Clarkston. The Spraypark at Clintonwood is 3,200 sq ft. Designed by Raindrop, Inc. it has a variety of above and below water features. At the time of publication (7/20/16) admission for children (17 & under) is $2.00 for Independence Township Residents and Clarkston School District Homeowners and $4 per non-resident…
Barnum Park in Birmingham, Michigan is an amazing community gathering place featuring play structures, sports fields, a walking path, & an outdoor ice rink.
Two beaches, operated by Oakland County Parks and Recreation, will give residents respite from the heat this summer. Independence Oaks County Park will open its beach June 11. A second beach operated by the parks system, located within Groveland Oaks County Park, opens June 25 when that park and campground opens for the season. Both beaches are non-lifeguarded. “We realize…
The Warren Civic Center Fountain is a great place to cool off and enjoy the day. The fountain is located in the Warren Civic Center, which is on Van Dyke (on the East side of the road) just north of 12 Mile Road. Admission to the Warren Civic Center Fountain is free. The Warren Splash Pad is operated and maintained…
Tucked in a quiet little neighborhood just north of 14 Mile and east of Dequindre is Avis Park in Sterling Heights. The park features a playground, roller skating pad, basketball court and a paved path for walking and jogging. There are no public restrooms are available at this park. Avis Park is located at 2525 Avis in Sterling Heights. Avis…
Stoney Creek Apple Orchard & Cider Mill is located in Romeo, Michigan. Since I’m new to Macomb County, I was excited to check out a new orchard with my husband and two daughters. The drive through Romeo was scenic. The fall colors and the landscape in the area were beautiful. The cider mill was very rustic and old school. Stoney Creek…
