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The post below is sponsored by Goldfish Swim School – Ann Arbor. All opinions expressed belong to me. Ann Arbor, A2, Tree Town…Whatever you call it, there is no denying Ann Arbor is a fantastic city. With tons of restaurants, plenty of parks, and lots of FREE fun, if your adventures haven’t brought you to […]
On Sunday, August 19, guests can visit The Henry Ford Museum for FREE to celebrate National Aviation Day. The museum, parking and all activities will be free of charge thanks to the generosity of Delta Air Lines. The hours are 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. Soar into the first 40 years of flight on this […]
Sloan Museum is a blog supporter and advertiser for Mrs. Weber’s Neighborhood. All opinions expressed belong to me. If you have a dinosaur-loving kiddo, you won’t want to miss out on Sloan Museum’s latest exhibit: Dinosaurs Unearthed. Thing is, you won’t be finding these life-size monsters at the museum. Instead, they are on display is […]
Summer may signal the end of school for Detroit-area students but learning never stops at the Michigan Science Center {MiSci}! To celebrate Family STEAM {science, technology, engineering, art and math} Day, MiSci, with support from Ford Motor Company Fund, is making fun, engaging and educational activities accessible for all by offering FREE Admission to the […]
There is nothing that irks a parent’s ears quiet like hearing the “I’M BORED” whine. While some kids are quick to amuse themselves, others struggle to find things to do unless it involves a screen. Of course boredom is SO good for kids. It allows time for their imaginations to run wild, and it fosters […]
Get out your pen and paper and mark your calendar for this family fun: Starting in June, check out $2 kids’ movies at Emagine Theatres in Michigan on Wednesdays and Thursdays at 10 a.m. This will make for the perfect excursion to beat the heat…and maybe eating a little popcorn too since it will be […]
April is Autism Awareness Month, so what better time to share about the amazing resources we have for families with Autism Spectrum Disorders {ASD} and other sensory sensitivities right here southeast Michigan and beyond? One of my daughters has been diagnosed with sensory processing disorder {SPD} and social communication disorder, which are both characteristics of […]
It’s baaaack…The 2018 MJR Free Children’s Spring Film Festival! Make sure to read this ENTIRE post because there are some changes this time around and not every location is participating. 2018 MJR FREE Children’s Spring Film Festival Schedule Saturday & Sundays March 3 – 25 – Participating locations only! March 3-4: Wonder (PG) Showtimes posted on […]
The post below is sponsored by the Flint Children’s Museum. All opinions belong to me. For all the times I’ve talked about my love of the Flint Children’s Museum to people, I realized I hadn’t ever done an official post about it, so when I had the opportunity to visit recently, I decided it was […]
“Don’t dream about what you want to do. Stay awake and do it.” ~ The late Marvin Yagoda Isn’t this the best quote ever? In case you don’t know who Marvin is, he’s the colorful man behind a treasure trove of odd fun in Farmington Hills: Marvin’s Marvelous Mechanical Museum. Plan a visit and I guarantee […]
Maybe you’ve visited our capital city in grade school, but if you haven’t yet, a Michigan State Capitol tour is a bucket list MUST and perfect excuse to visit Lansing. I mean, look at the outside architecture of the building alone…all the heart eyes. The building opened in 1879 and hasn’t stopped being a beacon […]
I fell in love with art when I studied French artists in high school and then had the opportunity to go see the pieces I learned about in-person at the Louvre in Paris. Hands-on learning is my absolute favorite approach to education, and since my kids are all very obsessed with “art” and its many […]
Sloan Museum is a blog supporter and advertiser for Mrs. Weber’s Neighborhood. All opinions expressed belong to me. Lately, my girls — ages 5 and 7 — have been obsessed with space. We’ve rented several books from the library about space, and I am currently working on finishing up a space-themed room for my 5-year-old […]
I attended the North American International Auto Show as a member of the media with with A Girls Guide To Cars and the Steel Market Development Institute. All opinions expressed belong to me. Nothing says Detroit quite like the automobile, right? I attended the 2018 Detroit Auto Show earlier this week and got a taste of what’s […]
The post below is sponsored by Sloan Museum. All opinions expressed belong to me. One thing I absolutely love is when books are brought to life. Anything that promotes a child’s desire to read is fantastic in my opinion. This is why I love that PBS has brought so many book characters to TV — […]
Halloween ROCKS, right?! My family loves this time of year…Pumpkins, haunted houses, and of course, the excuse to dress up! I’ve joined forces with some fellow local bloggers to share Southeast Michigan Halloween Happenings, and since I live in Livingston County, I’m covering this area. I’ve dropped in a few bonus ideas for Ingham and […]
Going to the movies is a treat for any kid. So when it’s FREE, it’s even more fun, for the parents, right? The NCG FREE Family Film Festival – Fall 2017 is the perfect opportunity to see a show for a great deal. After all, going for free leaves more budget for the good stuff…Like […]
I have to let you in on a little secret: One of my favorite spots to explore is Flint, Michigan. I’ve always been a fan of underdog cities, part because the grit is just more interesting, and part because these spots tend to be less crowded than typical tourist cities. The people and the spirit […]
Calling all bug lovers! If your children are into all things creepy and crawly, the Michigan State University Bug House needs to be on your radar. Every month, the MSU Department of Entomology hosts FREE open house events. These provide a great, educational experience, and are the perfect excuse to introduce a college campus to your […]
I attended a media preview for this new exhibit at Impression 5. All opinions belong to me. “Mom, why is it called Impression 5?” – my 6-year-old. In case you aren’t familiar with the reason either, Impression 5 Science Center in Lansing is all about encouraging visitors to explore and make meaningful connections to science using all […]