It's your family's lucky weekend with Irish fun in Royal Oak and Detroit, a new kids' musical in Northville and more! Comments: 0
Posted 03/11/10 @ 03:18 PM
The Detroit Kennel Club Shows hit Detroit, Seussical Jr. is in Howell – and we've got your Alice in Wonderland scoop! Comments: 0
Posted 03/04/10 @ 08:14 AM
Disney on Ice glides into town and, despite the snow, maple-syrup programs are revving up. Get the scoop! Comments: 0
Posted 02/25/10 @ 10:34 AM
Trek to see Jungle Jack Hanna at the Macomb Center, 'Under the African Sky' at Wild Swan Theater in Ann Arbor and more! Comments: 1
Posted 02/18/10 @ 11:06 AM
There's plenty to love, from no-charge ice skating at the Motown Winter Blast to free paczki in Hamtramck. Comments: 0
Posted 02/11/10 @ 04:18 PM
Metro Parent's Camp Fair returns this weekend, and Black History Month fun abounds. That's just for starters! Comments: 0
Posted 02/04/10 @ 10:42 AM
The weekend's not just fun for Spartan fans: 'Elmo's Green Thumb' and snowy winter festivals are both on tap. Comments: 0
Posted 01/28/10 @ 12:27 PM
Ice sculptures and snowy fun dominate the weekend. And, from Taylor Mason to 'Frog & Toad', there's plenty on stage, too! Comments: 2
Posted 01/21/10 @ 11:33 AM
From the Detroit Auto Show and Troy Train Show to plenty of outdoor icy fun, our guide has Saturday and Sunday solved. Comments: 0
Posted 01/14/10 @ 02:53 PM
It's been a busy first week of 2010. Chill with your family at these wonderful wintry events all around town. Comments: 0
Posted 01/07/10 @ 10:37 AM
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Plymouth Ice FestivalThe renamed ice sculpture 'spectacular' returns Jan. 22-24 – with more family activities than ever! |
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Cabin Fever CureFamily starting to go stir-crazy? Try out these 30 sanity-saving ideas to salvage winter fun! |
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Home Field DayThere's no need to wait for the school fun: Try these three field day-inspired events right at home! |
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Party Etiquette PointersMind those P's and Q's for your child's next birthday blowout, from the invite list to the thank you's. |
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Make and Take PartiesFrom girly-girl soriees to model car-making bashes, local venues offer fun shebangs for kids – without the mess for parents! |
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The Classic ClownAdored or feared, they're a staple at kids' birthday parties. Follow these five tips to book the perfect Bozo. |
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Creating Camps at HomeWith do-it-yourself spirit, you can organize mini neighborhood-based camps for your kids. |
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Making Camp AffordableHere are seven ways to put a summer experience within your child's reach. |
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Safe Travel in WinterKeeping warm, safety-checking the car – and other things you need to know when your family heads off for vacation in the snow. |
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Mexicantown FiestaExperience this downtown Detroit hot spot's spicy and sweet flavors. |
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Holiday Travel HeadachesBuck the stress of seasonal airplane journeys with surefire tips from a leading network of travel agents. |
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