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National Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Month Ideas

Here's an excuse to try something new: a whole month dedicated to produce. Take the kids to a southeast Michigan farmers market - then try these food ideas.

Mom Susan Westhoff of Leslie Science and Nature Center in Ann Arbor

The great outdoors is a job, a joy and a family affair for the executive director of this Washtenaw County gem - and her two young kids love that Critter House.

Kerrytown BookFest in Ann Arbor

Bring the kids to this celebration of books, happening Sunday, Sept. 9, 2012, for family fun stories, crafts, water bombs - and even a cool rickshaw bike.

Homegrown Food: A Family Trend in Southeast Michigan

From home gardens to farmers markets to organic produce, parents and kids are getting in on fresh, local choices, mindful of healthy eating and the environment.

Delicious DIY Salad Dressing Recipes

Why drench your family's greens in store-bought stuff when healthy alternatives are so easy to make? Try this yummy pair on for size!

Crazy Parenting Trends to Watch in 2012

Green generation overdrive. Reverse-empty nesting. 'Competitive carpooling'? A PR group predicts amped-up antics for moms and dads.

Family Market Day

On Aug. 27, 2011, the Oakland County Farmers Market hosts one full Saturday of free family fun, from great food to yoga!

Gimme, Gimme!: Growums Gardening Sets

Get the kids in the garden and excited about growing veggies and herbs with these inventive kits.

Peach and Rhubarb Crisp

Harvest two native Michigan crops - a fruit and a veggie - for a delicious family dessert that sneaks in some delicious local produce.

Locavore Low-Down

Get 10 savvy tips for scoring homegrown grub that hails from metro Detroit and elsewhere in southeast Michigan.

Chefs Share: Edamame Spread

Ann Arbor's Jolly Pumpkin Cafe & Brewery co-owner Maggie Long shares her favorite foods, a family appetizer recipe - and $20!

Chefs Share: Spinach Brownies

Try this healthy treat from Chef Frank Turner, food and nutrition director at the Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital!
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