The Anna Scripps Whitcomb Conservatory on Belle Isle

  The Anna Scripps Whitcomb Conservatory on Belle Isle On a recent visit to Belle Isle Park in Detroit, my husband and I discovered The Anna Scripps Whitcomb Conservatory, which is the oldest continually-running conservatory in the United States. Home to a collection of exotic and rare plants from around the world, the conservatory is divided into five sections: the

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Detroit’s Belle Isle State Park Information and Tips

Detroit’s Belle Isle State Park Information and Tips Belle Isle is a beautiful island park located in the Detroit River. This 982-acre park was developed in the late 19th century as a city park. Although currently owned by the city of Detroit, Belle Isle is managed as a state park by the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. Belle Isle Park

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Kayaking the Huron River from Barton Dam to Gallop Park

Kayaking the Huron River from Barton Dam to Gallop Park When it comes to adventure, water sports are on the top of my list! Two years ago I purchased a kayak and I’m definitely enjoying it! If you love being on the water, I recommend trying kayaking and there are many places in our area to rent before you buy. 

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Spray Parks, Splash Pads, & Water Parks 2022

Spray Parks, Splash Pads, & Water Parks  Enjoy a hot summer day with the kids at one of the many water parks in our area! Most parks are open daily and free to the public, but be sure to visit the websites for more information! Oakland County Riverside Park Splash Pad (Auburn Hills) This free splash pad opens Memorial Day

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Disney on Ice Let’s Celebrate Ticket Giveaway

Disney on Ice Let’s Celebrate Ticket Giveaway The celebration of the century comes alive in Disney On Ice presents Let’s Celebrate!  This monumental ice-skating spectacular returns to Detroit playing eight fun-filled performances at Little Caesars Arena from September 16 – 18, 2022.  Audiences will be a part of the magic of Disney as Mouse-ter of Ceremonies Mickey Mouse leads a

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Southeast Michigan Summer Festivals 2022

  Summer fun doesn’t have to break the bank or involve traveling long distances. There are many summer festivals right here in Southeast Michigan. These festivals offer a wide variety of activities and entertainment that the whole family will enjoy! Check out these festivals, mark your calendars, and get ready for a fun-filled summer! Southeast Michigan Summer Festivals June Events 

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Free Summer Concerts in Southeast Michigan 2022

Free Summer Concerts in Southeast Michigan 2022 Summer is just around the corner and soon families will be looking for activities to fill those long days. Lucky for us, many communities are offering FREE concerts that are sure to entertain all ages! As COVID restrictions are lifted, more communities will update their schedules, so check back for updates!  For concerts

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Kayaking in the Lower Huron Metropark

Kayaking in the Lower Huron Metropark Kayaking has become one of my favorite summer activities. The peacefulness of the water along with the sights and sounds of nature is a perfect combination. And I’ve found that kayaking is an activity that I’m able to do by myself or with friends. Last summer my husband and I headed to the Lower

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15+ Adult Birthday Party Places in Metro Detroit

When it comes to birthdays, we often think of places to hold celebrations for kids! But what about a place to party for adults? Birthdays should be celebrated at all ages and lucky for us, there are some new exciting fun ways to celebrate! Check out my compounded list below and be sure to check the linked websites for current

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Riverside Park and Frog Island in Ypsilanti

  Riverside Park and Frog Island in Ypsilanti The other night hubby and I had a nice dinner at a restaurant in Depot Town, Ypsilanti. Afterward, we decided to explore the park within walking distance from where we were parked. Little did we know, we were missing two unique parks all these years. If you live near Ypsilanti, I highly

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