Outdoor Winter Fun: Sledding at Bloomer Park in Rochester Hills
The sledding hill at Bloomer Park in Rochester Hills is a great place for older children. The steep slopes are fast, but also a bit bumpy.
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Reconnect with Nature at River Bends Park in Shelby Township
Visitor’s guide and images for River Bends Park. A 600-acre park in Shelby Township, divided by the Clinton River. Host to a disc golf course, several play structures, Burgess-Shadbush Nature Center, trails, and more.
Mae Stecker Park: Play, Walk, & Relax in Shelby
Visitor’s Guide, image gallery, and info for Mae Stecker Park in Shelby Township. The park offers play structures, walking trails and sport fields.
Fitness that Comes to YOU with GymGuyz Personal Training
I received compensation and a free service in exchange for this post. My opinions are my own. I like going to the gym, but it isn’t always EASY to get up, get dressed and drive there. Some days, you want to just work out at home. I don’t always feel like I’m pushing myself when I work out in my…
Are you raising a Nerf fanatic? Book a birthday party at Dueling Darts
When I say that my son is a Nerf fanatic, I mean HE IS A NERF FANATIC. He is obsessed with all things Nerf and wants to have battles daily, with anyone at any time. His friends all seem to be in to Nerf as well and a quick search of Pinterest reveals that Nerf-themed birthday parties are popular. So…
Taking your family to the North American International Auto Show? Read this!
The North American International Auto Show is roaring into Cobo Center in Detroit this weekend, and if you have little gearheads, you are probably wondering if it’s worth the trip. The show, which runs Jan 20-28, has several fun things for families aside from seeing some of the shiniest, sleekest and sportiest new cars and trucks around. At a recent…
Our Dancing Lights: Holiday Magic in Auburn Hills
If you like big, spectacular light displays a la Clark Griswold, then Our Dancing Lights in Auburn Hills is right up your alley. This fantastic display, set to music, is one of the best around. Located at a home on a cul-de-sac in a swanky neighborhood off Tienken Road, Our Dancing Lights is for anyone who loves holiday lights and…
An Open Letter From the Mom of a Child with a Food Allergy
As you prepare to send your children to school, if they don’t have life-threatening food allergies, try to take a second to think of us parents who do. I am getting ready to send my son, my only child, off to school and I am relying on his teacher and other parents and students to keep him safe so he…
Bloomer Park: Fun and Nature Go Hand in Hand
An afternoon at Bloomer Park in Rochester is a study in fun and nature. With its extensive trail system and three separate playgrounds, this 200-acre park is a four-season recreation hub. A draw for local cyclists because of the velodrome, this park also brings in families looking to hike, picnic and play. In the winter, there is a wonderful toboggan hill and you might…
Summer To-Do List for School-agers
Summer can be a wonderful time with your children, full of adventures and exploring. It can also be a time when you realize how much you appreciate their teachers! Since your kids are probably mostly used to structure and routine from school, we’re sharing a list of things your child can – and should – be doing every day this…