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Spring Festival at the Kensington Metropark Farm Center in Milford

04/19/13

Spring Festival at the Kensington Metropark Farm Center in Milford

This Oakland County spot shears its sheep and teaches kids about farm-life fundamentals during this annual event, April 27-28, 2013.

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Mother's Day Events in Southeast Michigan

04/19/13

Mother's Day Events in Southeast Michigan

Enjoy brunch, stroll through woodlands or even bowl with mom on – and before! – May 12, 2013. Take your pick from Metro Parent's inventory of Mother's Day activities.

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Healthy Smoothie Recipes for Family Breakfast or Snacks

04/19/13

Healthy Smoothie Recipes for Family Breakfast or Snacks

Grab a straw – it's time for kids to sip something good for the most important meal of the day. Check out these fruit and vegetable choices to please even the pickiest family member.

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Kids Make Art with Food in Two Creative New Books

04/18/13

Kids Make Art with Food in Two Creative New Books

Chronicle Books serves up a pair of food-inspired titles that help kids exercise their crafty talents at the table – place mats by MoMA, and a cool food-drawing journal

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Organization Ranks Best And Worst K-8 Schools in Detroit Based on MEAP Scores

04/17/13

Organization Ranks Best And Worst K-8 Schools in Detroit Based on MEAP Scores

Excellent Schools Detroit released a list of the city's top 20 and bottom eight elementary and middle schools in an effort to help parents and students find quality education.

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New Greenfield Village Playscape to Welcome Kids of all Abilities

04/17/13

New Greenfield Village Playscape to Welcome Kids of all Abilities

The Henry Ford breaks ground, reveals rendering of a play area at its historic outdoor Dearborn spot that's made for all children, including those with special needs.

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Organize Your Files Week: Handy Gear for Families

04/17/13

Organize Your Files Week: Handy Gear for Families

From receipts and medical records to kids art and photos, arrange your archives with these awesome office assets – in honor of this April holiday.

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'Memphis' the Musical Entertains Audiences in Detroit

04/16/13

'Memphis' the Musical Entertains Audiences in Detroit

This hit Broadway show brings soulful songs and southern twang to the Fisher Theatre.

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Craft Roundup: Think Spring with These Family Projects

04/16/13

Craft Roundup: Think Spring with These Family Projects

These up-and-down Michigan temps are nothing new. So don't you and the kids bring spring into your own home with these DIY delights?

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Earth-Friendly Family Fun Festival at Carl's Family YMCA in Milford

04/15/13

Earth-Friendly Family Fun Festival at Carl's Family YMCA in Milford

Families can ring in Earth Day early with eco-friendly activities, dancing and fun in Oakland County, April 21, 2013.

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