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This summer, Saturdays and Sundays become even more kid-friendly at the Detroit Institute of Arts {DIA}. The museum is rolling out a new program called “Detroit Institute of Awesome!” which will feature a variety of art and activities tailored to ages 3–10. Activities are free with museum admission, which is free for residents of Wayne, Oakland and […]
Just keep swimming, just keep swimming, just keep swimming, swimming, swimming… That jingle has been in my head for 13 years, so I was just a tad bit excited when I saw that Finding Dory would be swimming into my brain this summer. I had the opportunity to attend a sneak peek the other night with […]
I’d been getting tips for months about a newish local gem — the DNR Outdoor Adventure Center — and I finally had the opportunity to visit last weekend. Turns out my readers know me well because this place combines many of my favorite things: Passion for all things Michigan + my love of nature and the great […]
Having 3 kids means paying 3 admissions {or 5 if you count my husband and I} anywhere we go. Visiting every cool place surrounding us just isn’t financially possible for us, so I have to carefully think through which ones we can budget for. Therefore things that are FREE are always appealing! With a reader demand for more options […]
I’ve posted several times about the Howell Nature Center, and anytime I include a photo people instantly ask, “Where is this place?” You guys, this place is hands-down one of my favorite local gems for outdoor play. And as if my kids needed a reason to enjoy it even more, last year, they added a […]
I recently was able to see a sneak peek for the Disney classic-turned-live-action-film, The Jungle Book, and let me tell you, this is one film you won’t want to miss in theaters. Read on to learn more: About The Jungle Book Directed by Jon Favreau {Iron Man} and based on Rudyard Kipling’s timeless stories and inspired by Disney’s […]
The post below is sponsored by Shell. All opinions expressed are my own. Looking for something to do this upcoming weekend? I have the ultimate cool idea: A scavenger hunt in Detroit! First off, the weather looks like it’s {finally} going to be amazing, and second, there are some awesome prizes up for grabs. About The Shell […]
Image from The Commons Facebook page I often get asked: Where can I go for indoor play in Livingston County? I have plenty of ideas on this list, but I want to go into more detail with one of the spots we absolutely love. Best of all? It’s FREE. If you are like me and have […]
Our family recently visited Great Wolf Lodge in Traverse City {my kids are 5, 3 and 1.5} and we had a great time. The stay was a gift from the grandparents in lieu of Christmas presents, which was amazing! While there, I made some mental notes since I often get questions about which hotels in Michigan are […]
Today I was able to attend the unveiling of LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Michigan’s first MINILAND LEGO® brick model — the GMRENCEN. The event took place at the North American International Auto Show {NAIAS}, and it was sweet! I have a soft spot in my heart for the RenCen after my husband and I both worked there for […]
I’ve been reflecting a lot on changes I want to see happen in my home in 2016. Truth is, I am far from perfect and parenting has shown me that in SO many ways. A friend recently told me she felt she held back on her children’s earlier years, striving for perfection, and missed out on […]
I attended a media sneak peek of The Good Dinosaur. All opinions expressed below belong to me. I love a good Disney•Pixar movie — how about you? If you’re a fan, the latest release, The Good Dinosaur, is sure to impress with its emotional plot line and visually stunning scenery. But is it good for […]
I officially have had 8 kid birthday parties under my belt. We’re hitting that phase where I’m not sure I’ll be hosting a ton more of larger parties, and I have to say — I am a bit relieved. It’s not that I don’t love planning a party, because I do, but I hate stressing […]
I’m excited to announce I have a guest post on the awesome Meijer Style blog! I love dressing up each year, but don’t always have time to put together an intricate costume, so I’m sharing a DIY scarecrow I created with items exclusively found at Meijer. I have a few parties and events for Halloween, so […]
The post below is sponsored and I have been compensated for my time. Story and opinions are mine. As a mom to little ones, I try my best to constantly be aware of my surroundings. With three curious kids, it seems there is always ONE trying to get into something or go places they shouldn’t. A few weeks […]
Every day I get a little twitchy-eyed watching my young children “craft.” I put that term loosely because sometimes I think they use it to take advantage of my weakness, which is self-expression. With that said, who am I to judge what is art when it doesn’t belong to me?! I am passionate about being […]
This post is part of an ongoing partnership with Absopure. All opinions expressed are my own. It’s what makes all parents go crazy — meal times with children, or as I like to call it — feeding time at the zoo. Sometimes I cringe thinking of my kid’s eating habits…Scoops of peanut butter, eating 4 clementines […]
I have an ongoing partnership with Sloan Museum. The opinions expressed belong to me. One of my favorite cities in Michigan to visit with the kids in tow is Flint. I know…FLINT. People look at me like I’m crazy when I say that. I think Flint has a lot of hidden gems, plus I love […]
My mom and I packed up the kids and my nephew and headed to the Toledo Zoo last week. It was wonderful! I hadn’t been there in years, and never with kids, so it was great to see what the updates were like…It was a whole different zoo than I remember. The grounds were immaculate […]
This past weekend, I had the chance to travel to Michigan’s capital city: Lansing. During my trip I was able to network with other fab bloggers, eat some great food and explore the city. It was wonderful! Along the way, I learned of some great spots and am excited to share a few of my […]