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20 Things To Do In ... May '08

Ideas for making the most of the coming month. Have fun and get stuff done, too!

May 1st 2008

By Tawana Holly

Metro Parent Assistant Editor

Sunshine, blooming flowers and warmer temps make every day in May a joy to celebrate. From Mothers Day creations to Memorial Day honors, here are some activities to keep the family entertained all month long.

1. Tap into your spiritual side. On May 1, join residents of all faiths from across the metro area for the National Day of Prayer. The Family Place in Detroit hosts one event themed, Just Pray. For other prayer rallies, services and more throughout the state, visit www.detroitnationaldayofprayer.com.

2. Pack up the kids or grab some friends and go! Some of the regions annual festivals and fairs kick off this month. Check our May Family Fun Guide or the spring/summer print edition of Metro Parents Going Places for details on the High Flying Kite & Music Festival, Plymouths Green Street Fair, Birminghams Fine Arts Festival, the Ann Arbor Book Festival and more.

3. Watch Dr. Seuss best-loved charactersincluding Horton the Elephant, Gertrude McFuzz and the Cat in the Hattake the stage for the musical adventure Suessical at Ann Arbors Michigan Theater on May 4. www.michtheater.org.

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