Cranbrook House & Gardens
Visit the 1908 English Tudor and 40 acres of lush, fragrant and breathtaking gardens at Cranbrook House & Gardens in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan.
Places to Play
A Unique Playground Experience at Barnum Park in Birmingham, Michigan
Barnum Park in Birmingham, Michigan is an amazing community gathering place featuring play structures, sports fields, a walking path, & an outdoor ice rink.
Backyard Playroom
Backyard Playroom Hours and Location A phenomenal resource is available to the community, the Backyard Playroom provides families with an indoor space for children to play and adults to mingle. The Backyard Playroom is located within the Cana Lutheran Church, 2119 Catalpa, in Berkley. Their hours are currently Tuesday and Friday mornings from 10 until noon during the summer and…
Doodle Reef Exhibit at Sea Life Aquarium
My family received free admission to the Sea Life Aquarium in exchange for a post about their new Doodle Reef exhibit. We arrived at the mall a few minutes before it opened. We got an amazing parking spot right outside of the aquarium entrance and went inside to hop in line. The staff allowed us early birds to form a…
Peppa Pig World of Play Michigan at Great Lakes Crossing Outlets
Peppa Pig World of Play Michigan at Great Lakes Crossing. Step into the magical world of Peppa Pig. Geared toward preschool aged children, this permanent indoor play space features 13 interactive play areas.
Round 1 Auburn Hills
Great Lakes Crossing has become a fun destination for families in the Metro Detroit area. Just a “short” drive north on I-75 and you can end up on a mini-vacation in Auburn Hills. Besides LEGO land, SEAlife Aquarium, Peppa Pig Land and an amazing (FREE) play structure, there is also Round 1. Round 1 has a a plethora of activities…
Oakland County Parks and Recreation Opening Beaches for 2020
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…
Warren Civic Center Fountain
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…
Avis Park in Sterling Heights
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…
Veteran’s Memorial Park – St. Clair Shores
If you are a resident of St. Clair Shores, be sure to visit Veteran’s Memorial Park. The park offers many picnic areas, a great playground, splash park, clean restrooms, beach and a fishing area. We had the opportunity to visit when my friend, a St. Clair Shores resident, invited us to attend. The park is at the end of…
Stony Creek Orchard & Cider Mill
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…
Bricks and Minifigs in Macomb
Last month our friends hosted a birthday party at Bricks and Minifigs in Macomb. The store is located on the North East corner of 21 Mile and Hayes, in the Fountains of Macomb Shopping Center. The 3,100 square foot store hosts six open build table full of LEGO bricks customers can use to build their own creations. Open build is…
3 & UP Board Game Lounge
Looking for a fun place to take the family that will give you a chance to reconnect and create memories? That was the goal of the owners, Chris and Angela, when they developed the concept of 3&UP. They wanted to provide a space for people to enjoy time together without distractions. This goal combined with their love of board games…
GiGi’s Playhouse Detroit Grand Opening
As the sister of sweet little boy with Down Syndrome, it makes me so proud to see organizations making an effort to increase positive awareness around this diagnosis. I believe that it is so important to empower individuals with Down Syndrome and send a message of love and acceptance. GiGi’s Playhouse has stepped up and made this even more of…
Bricks OnTheMove
Last week we dropped by Bricks OnTheMove in St. Clair Shores to check out their new space. The LEGO Store and play space is located at 28905 Harper, just south of 12 Mile Road. The facility hosts birthday parties, group gatherings and LEGO and Robotics classes. Rosaleigh (age 8), Carlyn (age 5) and Naomi (age 2) all had a fantastic…