Best Places to Have a Picnic in Southeast Michigan
Dotted with parks, crisscrossed with streams and bordered by Lake St. Clair and the Detroit River, there are plenty of picturesque picnic spots to choose from in southeast Michigan. So pack up a picnic...
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Top Summer Toys for Kids
School is out for summer! The kids are restless and we’ve got just the toys to help them beat the heat. There’s all sorts of ways to keep your kids entertained, but it doesn’t hurt to have a few toys...
View ArticleSix Super Sidewalk Games
Everyone over 30 has some version of this childhood memory: You’re out playing with the neighborhood kids – kickball, stickball, tag – and evening is coming on. You’ve been outside all summer day. It’s...
View ArticleGolf Courses in Southeast Michigan for Families and Kids
Perfecting your swing stimulates mind and body. Golf is a unique individual sport that requires precision and personalized learning curves – and there are plenty of golf courses in southeast Michigan...
View ArticleWayne County Charter Schools
Not satisfied with your child’s school? Just moved to the neighborhood and are looking for schools? Parents have education options outside of the city’s public school district and the area’s private...
View ArticleTop Southeast Michigan Charter Schools
Phew! You’ve finally made it. We’re guessing your search for a school for your child has been exhaustive – and maybe that’s what brought you here. Parents in need of information on local charter...
View ArticleOld-Time Summer Fun Ideas for Kids
When I was little, we didn’t have smartphones, computers or cable TV. So we found our fun outside, playing with classic toys and elaborating on simple games to beat summer boredom. Today, kids have...
View ArticleHosting an Exchange Student
Every fall, Ryan and Thomas Carron-Smith expand their family. They welcome a new “child” or two, who live with them for nine months as part of a foreign exchange program. The students attend Clawson...
View ArticleMilford Memories Summer Festival
Milford, a small town with a big reputation, will come alive for Milford Memories Aug. 7-9, 2015, for a weekend of community-based celebration and competition, catered for fun to be had by all ages!...
View ArticleBest Family Fun Play Centers for Kids in Southeast Michigan
Moms, dads and little tykes alike can enjoy some indoor fun at these play centers! Cure your kid’s boredom and head to one of these cool places with kid-sized cities, playscapes, inflatables, swimming...
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Family Fitness Centers in Southeast Michigan
Are you and your family looking for local gyms and fitness centers where you can get in shape and have fun? Metro Parent has gathered a guide of great family fitness centers in metro Detroit. These...
View ArticleHoliday Break Day Camps for Kids in Southeast Michigan
Holiday break is approaching fast. While most kids look forward to a couple weeks with no homework, the time off can be tricky for parents who still need to go about their regular work routines between...
View ArticleCreative Arts for Kids: Ways to Encourage Creativity
You’re probably keeping an eye on your child’s IQ, but what about her CQ? Although no definitive test exists to measure the “Creativity Quotient,” there’s no denying its value. There are ways to...
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Spring Break Ideas in Michigan: Fun for Kids and Families
Spring break is right around the corner – and after such an unpredictable winter, a world of fun is calling your name! No elaborate family vacation planned? No worries. Crafting a staycation is simple...
View ArticleFun and Games at the Franklin Athletic Club in Southfield
What better way is there to spend your time away from school then at the Franklin Athletic Club? Join us for an exciting day of games, swimming, tennis and so much more. Bring a lunch or $5.00 for...
View ArticleBerkley Teen is U.S. Paralympic All-American Athlete in Track and Field
Running is a natural fit for Margaret Beaudoin. The 15-year-old Berkley High School freshman found a passion for it in first grade, and has gone on to set new personal records each year in her various...
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Best Specialty Camps for Kids in Michigan
What comes to mind when you think about summer camp? Days spent splashing in the lake with friends. Or evenings around the campfire roasting marshmallows. Maybe it’s learning to tie square knots or...
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Top 10 Green Goofs: Is Your Family Making Eco Mistakes?
Seems everything’s “going green” these days – from products at the grocery store to tips in school newsletters to email signatures that say, “Please consider the environment before printing this.” But...
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Best Places to Go Hiking in Southeast Michigan
Spending time outdoors is healthy for the body and the mind! Outdoor play increases bodily fitness, promotes environmental-based learning and provides adventure for the whole family. Want to get...
View ArticleFamily Fun in Ann Arbor, Michigan
Looking for a new place to explore not too far from home? Mark your calendar for a family trip over to Ann Arbor, one of our mitten’s must-see cities. Throughout the collegiate atmosphere of the...
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