“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…
November is upon us and the holidays are fast approaching. No matter which holidays you might participate in, food is often a large part of your celebration. As a caregiver of children, it is sometimes difficult to ensure my children are eating healthy. I remember when my son was a toddler: He would not eat on a regular schedule and…
At a spot where Detroit’s home baseball team once played now stands the first units of a modular mix-use property known as The Corner. At the intersection of Trumbull and Michigan Avenue, the modular apartments are starting to take shape. The U.S. construction and real estate market has been getting stronger in recent years. In 2016, the construction market alone…
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…
Years ago, I found myself full of anxiety from the demands teaching in a public school kindergarten class brought. I often thought if I come to school with such stress and anxiety, what must my young students be feeling? That is when I was introduced to yoga for kids. It was a life-changing practice that I am so happy to…
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…
Over the summer, my dear friend who lives in Indiana invited my family to visit the John Ball Zoo in Grand Rapids, MI. We made the 2.5 hour trek, and as we were pressing our faces against the glass; observing all the unique animals and creatures, we came to the ape exhibit. As soon as you walked into the exhibit,…
Dear Teacher, You may have noticed that your work is not easy. It’s extremely important. At such a dynamic stage of human-development it holds boundless possibilities. You are very integral to building the foundation of social and emotional health and capacity of the children in your care. And indeed, there are many joyful and rewarding moments that are so very…
Necessity is said to the mother of invention, in this case, it has brought two of our favorite brands together in the first ever co-branded Applebee’s – IHOP restaurant. When the Courtyard by Mariott approached Team Schostak about opening an Applebee’s in their hotel, situated in the heart of Detroit, the hotel had one stipulation, the menu must include breakfast. Since…
What a beautiful day, what a beautiful park. Mt. Elliott Park is a gem right on the Detroit Riverfront, a perfect place to cool down and let your children play at their brand new splash pad. Originally published on 6/5/15. The park features a Great Lakes schooner-themed water feature with water cascades and “kid-activated” water cannons, wind chimes and many other…
