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The Summer Drive-In at USA Hockey Arena Opens For The 2021 Season
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Greenfield Village Re-Opens For 2021
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Explore Nation’s Longest Canopy Walk at Dow Gardens
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The Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix Returns To Belle Isle This Spring
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Cranbrook Institute of Science Launches Campaign To Inspire Next Generation of Scientists
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Blue Line Farm Offers Family Fun In Livonia
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Michigan’s Adventure Plans Spring Opening and Camp Snoopy Debut
Plan a family trip to Michigan's Adventure in Muskegon! Get wet or go on rides at the amusement park and…
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Take A Trip To Indian Creek Zoo In Lambertville Michigan
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M Street Bakery Offers Limited Edition Girl Scout Milkshakes
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Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum Re-Opens To the Public
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10 Things To Do With Kids In Troy Michigan
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Plan A Trip To Holland For Tulip Time This Spring
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5 Reasons To Visit Northville This Winter
Bundle up and make a trip to downtown Northville for fun inside and out! HEAT IN THE STREETS It's…
Strike A Pose At Michigan’s New Selfie Shops
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Michigan State Parks Announce NEW Geodesic Dome Cottages for Summer Rentals
Start making summer plans and book a stay at the Michigan's Department of Natural Resources new Geoescic Domes at Port…
GIVEAWAY: New ‘Life on Earth’ Exhibit NOW OPEN at Cranbrook Institute of Science
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Explore Ice Castles + Go On A Frozen Adventure This Winter
When you need a sweet escape, pack up the car and head west to Wisconsin for Ice Castles exploration. …
Travel Through Time at the Detroit Historical Museum In Midtown
Travel through time and take a visit to the Cultural Center in Midtown to explore the Detroit Historical Museum. …
Plan A Visit To The Wright Museum of African American History
If you are looking for something to do to celebrate Black History Month, take a visit to The Wright Museum…
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Take A Trip To Frankenmuth For Zehnder’s Snowfest
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Greenmead Historic Park Offers A Winter Wonderland For Families
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4 Places for Kids to Learn to Ski + Snowboard in Metro Detroit
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Kids Ski FREE This Winter On Michigan Slopes With New App
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Explore Nature, Trails + Waterways at Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge
The Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge runs from the lower Detroit River, 20 miles south of the city, and 48…
5 Reasons To Visit Rochester This Holiday Season
If you're looking for holiday fun look no further than Rochester. From places to play during to day to illuminating…
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5 Reasons To Visit Northville During The Holidays
Bundle up and get ready for fun all throughout Northville, Michigan this holiday season! Have a festive day in the historic…
4 Reasons To Visit Frankenmuth This Holiday Season
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10 Best Holiday Destinations In Michigan
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Not up for trick or treating this year? No problem! There are plenty of fun Halloween activities that are just…
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Detroit Farm + Cider Hosts Weekly Harvest Festival With Treats + Tractor Rides
Spend family day on the farm that's located in the middle of the city. Detroit Farm and Cider hosts weekly…
Popular Holiday Tickets Already on Sale (and Selling Out)
EEK! Christmas is right around the corner and tickets are already selling out to metro Detroit's most popular activities and…
5 Reasons To Visit Birmingham This Fall
I couldn’t ask for a better place to raise my family than Birmingham. It’s a truly unique community that has that…
3 Reasons To Visit Trenton This Fall
Head to Trenton this fall for FREE autumn and Halloween delights. Treat yourself for a stroll through a fun…
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Get FREE Admission To Metro Detroit’s Best Museums + Attractions
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It's finally fall. Pull out the sweaters, order pumpkin spiced everything and enjoy the the changes of the season. …
5 REASONS TO VISIT TRAVERSE CITY THIS FALL
The leaves on the trees are changing and make the perfect backdrop for a road trip. Put on your favorite…
Parents Staycation Giveaway: The Townsend Hotel
Find someone to watch the kids and take a much deserved night off. Whether you hit the town or the…
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Family Road Trip: 5 Routes To Find Colorful Trees In Michigan
The best thing about fall in Michigan is the changing colors of the trees. Pack up the kids (and your…
GIVEAWAY: Cranbrook Institute of Science Reopens with FREE Tickets
The Cranbrook Institute of Science is open and the perfect destination for your fall field trip. Have fun on us…
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Cedar Point Replaces Halloween Weekends with Fall Fest
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15 Disc Golf Courses in Metro Detroit
Pick up some frisbees at the local sports store (or resale shop) and put on your walking shoes. This free…
Grandparents Guide To The Perfect Day With The Grandkids
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Visit Life Size Lego Animals (& Real Animals) at Grand Rapids Zoo
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Beat the heat and soak up the final days of summer. Here are our favorite places to get wet and…
4 Reasons To Visit Frankenmuth This Fall
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10 Last-Minute Summer Vacations For Michigan Families
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7 POPULAR HOMESCHOOL CURRICULUMS THAT FAMILIES WILL LOVE
Whether you have committed to homeschooling this year, planning to supplement alongside your child’s virtual learning platform, or are still…
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Where To Find Miniature Golf Courses in Metro Detroit
Have friendly competition on the putting green and spend family time playing miniature golf. Putterz (Ypsilanti) Hours: Monday -…
FREE Wizard of Oz Inspired Garden In Holland
We love visiting public gardens and the new Wizard of Oz garden in Holland's Centennial Park is inspiring a road…
ANNOUNCED: Cranbrook Re-Opens In August
Exciting news! The Cranbrook Institute of Science opens in August and admission is FREE! The Cranbrook Institute of Science…
#MomLife With HeyChrishinda
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Explore Nation’s Longest Canopy Walk at Dow Gardens
Get away for the day and head north to Midland to visit the Dow Gardens. You can easily spend…
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5 Family-Friendly Summer Destinations To Visit Downriver
Head Downriver this summer for outdoor fun at these 5 popular parks. Make a splash, watch boats on the water,…
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Outdoor movies are always fun in the summer and this year it's also a great social distancing activity. From classics…
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5 Reasons To Visit Macomb County With Kids This Summer
There's lots to do in Macomb County but here are a few of our favorite activities you should try this…
Family Guide To The Michigan Activity Pass
The Michigan Activity Pass gives families FREE and discounted access to popular destinations throughout Michigan. Here's your guide to venues…
20 Things To Do For Families To Do In Summer 2020
Summer 2020 is almost over and it's definitely one for the record books. Soak up the sun and make family…
Now Open: Family-Friendly Museums In Metro Detroit
Keep cool and have fun at a museum this summer. Special safety precautions have been adopted to keep guests and…
Inside Out: Experience the Detroit Institute of Arts Outside This Summer
If you miss the Detroit Institute of Arts but aren't ready for indoor activity, plan trips around town and check…
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5 Reasons To Visit Dearborn With Kids This Summer
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Outdoor movies are always fun in the summer and this year it's also a great social distancing activity. From new…
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ANNOUNCED: Opening Day At Michigan’s Adventure
Michigan's Adventure is opening for the WildWater Adventure Water Park on July 16th! Beat the heat and make a splash…
5 Reasons To Visit Ann Arbor With Kids This Summer
Ann Arbor is more than a college town. Get back to nature and soak up the sun in one of…
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ANNOUNCED: New Rental Cottages Open At Sterling State Park
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ANNOUNCED: Midtown Museums Re-Opening Dates
Exciting news! The museums in Midtown's Cultural Center are ALL re-opening to the public on Friday, July 10th. We're…
Guide To Family-Friendly Campgrounds In Michigan
Need a change of scenery? Plan a family camping trip. Pop the tent, roast s'mores and make memories for your…
5 Reasons To Visit Detroit With Kids This Summer
It's not the summer in the city we're used to but Detroit is always a fun place to be. Beat…
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3 FUN FAMILY ADVENTURES FOR THE 4TH
The 4th of July will be celebrated a differently this year, whether you decide to stay at home or get…
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Spend family time on the water and plan a maritime adventure in a canoe or kayak this summer. Here are…
5 Reasons To Visit Livonia With Kids This Summer
Livonia is my home town and my favorite place to explore. Visit the best family pool, check out fun book…
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Take time to explore Michigan State Parks this summer. For less than $20 a year you gain family access to…
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Top Family Friendly Campgrounds Near Metro Detroit
Get out the house and have fun in the great outdoors with a camping trip. Pop the tent, roast s'mores…
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ANNOUNCED: The Henry Ford + Greenfield Village Opening Day
Exciting news! The Henry Ford reopens for a Members Only Weekend July 2-5th and to the general public on July…
5 Reasons To Visit Rochester With Kids This Summer
If you're looking for a day full of family fun look no further than Rochester. Whether you want to relax…
10 Family-Friendly Places To Fish In Metro Detroit
Reel in the fun this summer and teach the kids how to catch fish! The timeless waterfront activity is a…
Summer 2020 Day Trip: Grand Rapids
Summer vacations look different this year. If you want to get out of town but not travel far, take a…
ANNOUNCED: Cedar Point Opening Day
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Have some fun in the sun at the beach this summer! Michigan is the Great Lake state for a reason,…
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When you need to beat the heat on a summer day, here are the best places to cool down around…
3 Drive-In Theaters in Michigan & Why We Love Them
Growing up, I loved our family trips to the drive-in. We got to stay up late, eat in the car…
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Go back to nature and find your food in the field instead of the grocery store. U-pick farms are fun…
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Each day, join LittleGuide on a themed adventure full of activities, crafts, nature and games that will help you and…
6 Ways to Virtually Experience Beautiful Destinations In Michigan
In these unprecedented times, Pure Michigan wants to share some ways to virtually experience the state. From live cams of…
7 Ways to Virtually Experience Michigan’s Top Destinations
In these unprecedented times, Pure Michigan wants to share some ways to virtually experience the state. From live cams of…
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It's always a good time in Greektown! With convenient parking, a variety of restaurant options that can appeal to even…
5 Reasons To Visit Farmington With Kids This Winter
If you're looking for a day full of family fun look no further than Farmington. The Oakland County city has…
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Sunday, February 9th is National Pizza Day, aka the perfect excuse to skip cooking dinner and plan a night (or…
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Parents Staycation Giveaway: A Night @ Foundation Hotel
Take a holiday without the kids, enter to win our overnight giveaway AND breakfast for two at the Apparatus Room!…
Guide to Detroit Winter Blast
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As we wait for warmer weather to arrive, break out the bathing suits and plan an overnight stay at a…
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New Orleans has Mardi Gras and Detroit has Packzi Day. Introduce your littles to the local tradition and find a…
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There are so many exciting family events happening in Detroit all year long - mark your calendars and start making…
5 Reasons To Visit Belle Isle With Kids This Winter
Belle Isle State Park is the perfect place to escape with the family this winter. You don't have to…
Know Before You Go: U-M Museum of Natural History
Plan a day of FREE family fun and learn about science and history at the University of Michigan's Museum of…
101 Kid-Friendly Things To Do in Detroit this Winter
Don't let the chilly weather keep you indoors this winter. Bundle up and head downtown for some family fun! …
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The temperatures are dropping and the biggest perk of freezing temps is outdoor ice skating. Invest in some skates, stock…
20 Family Activities For 2020 – FREE Downloadable Print
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Can’t Miss Christmas Event – Christmas At Comstock Park
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75 Things To Do In December In Detroit
It’s not always easy to plan a date night or even find a babysitter, but every month our sister site After…
10 KID-FRIENDLY THINGS TO DO IN DETROIT IN DECEMBER
Bring the kids to downtown Detroit for family fun this winter for holiday fun and FREE activities for everyone to…
15 Family-Friendly Activities at Noel Night
Bundle up and explore the city on Noel Night, Saturday, December 7th from 1pm to 10pm. With over 110…
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Light up the dark nights with some Christmas magic. From a stroll through the zoo to a carriage ride on…
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Dearborn is a rich multicultural community that is rich in history. Home to Henry Ford the city continues to showcase his…
Family Guide To Nature Centers In Metro Detroit
Escape technology and explore the great outdoors - indoors - at a nature center! Learn about local wildlife, sit in…
Michigan Brewery Roadtrips (With Kids)
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My Granny is one of my favorite people in the world. When I was a kid it was fun to…
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Visit Muskegon and Get a Real Michigan Adventure
Plan a Michigan Adventure and Visit Muskegon this summer! Get wet or go on rides at the amusement park, have…
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Located in Oakland County, Southfield, Michigan is a dynamic business center but also a great place for families looking for…
President’s Day – Day Trip: Grand Rapids
This President's Day, what better way to celebrate than to honor Gerald Ford, the only President raised right here in…
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The North American International Auto Show is a Detroit tradition. Each year thousands flock to the Motor City to see…
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Known as one of Metro’s Detroit’s prettiest cities, Plymouth is a lovely place to enjoy art, entertainment, and parks. Meet…
6 Family-Friendly Christmas Break Activities
One of the best things about the holiday season is visiting with friends and family from out of town. Make…
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Our parents remember coming downtown to Hudson's during the holidays and now our kids can have similar memories of December…
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When you want to get away for a day, head up north and check out these can't miss Mid-Michigan destinations…
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Labor Day weekend has finally arrived. Take advantage of the long weekend and squeeze in as much fun as you…
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In the middle of the mitten you'll find Lansing. Michigan's capital is home to everything from museums to breath-taking parks…
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Grand Rapids is the metropolitan center of western Michigan and a great place for families. From a modern downtown, to…
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Get out of the house and into a tent for the weekend! Pack up the tent, some extra clothes and…
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Slow down this summer and get away for a day or maybe even a weekend to experience the small towns…
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Find all the fun of life Up North without the travel time in Milford. The small town has everything you'll…
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As one of the largest cities in Michigan and intersected by freeways 96 and 275, Livonia is the center-point of metro…
Parents Staycation Giveaway: A Night @ Aloft Detroit
Enter to win our overnight giveaway! Find a sitter and escape downtown to watch the city lights sparkle from Aloft…
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Elevate your day and learn something new at one of our local museums. From art and science to local industry,…
BEST LOCAL BREWERIES FOR BEER-LOVING PARENTS
When you had kids, you stopped liking beer, right? Yeah, me neither. Fortunately, Detroit has some great family-friendly breweries and…
Top Things to Do With Kids in Taylor
Head Downriver and plan a day in Taylor from farm animals to family games and special festivals, there's lots to…
Top Things to Do With Kids in Sterling Heights
Sterling Heights offers hundreds of relaxing fun and rewarding family activities and immensely popular annual special events. Things To…
LittleGuide Families – My’Kael (Detroit)
Meet My’Kael Kids: Josiah (8 months) Hometown: Detroit I am a Program Manager focusing on the Internship Program at…
TOP THINGS TO DO WITH KIDS IN CHICAGO
Lauren is the founder of celebrity fashion website BigBlondeHair.com and lives in Riverside with her husband and kids Mark (age…
Top Things to Do With Kids in Waterford
Located in the center of Oakland County, Waterford, Michigan is the home of 34 named lakes. A fantastic place to…
LittleGuide Families: Bekah (Detroit)
Meet Bekah Kids: Isaac (5) Hometown: Detroit My husband, Jason, and I met in law school in New Orleans,…
A Day in Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor is the perfect place to spend the day with kids – it’s not too far away, there’s a…
LittleGuide Families – Amanda (South Lyon)
Meet Amanda Kids: Avery (6) and Shelby (3) Hometown: South Lyon I am a full-time communications director in education…
LittleGuide Families – Concetta (Shelby Township)
Meet Concetta Kids: Angelina (9), Anthony (7) & Joey (3) Hometown: Shelby Township I grew up in Shelby Township…
LittleGuide Families – Rashida (Detroit)
Meet Rashida Kid(s): Adam (12) and Yousif (6) Hometown: Detroit I’m an attorney and social justice activist working at…
LittleGuide Families: Margarita (Detroit)
Margarita Kids: Posey, 5 Hometown: Detroit I'm a Social Entrepreneur, Artist, and Designer. I run a startup called BLOCK…
LittleGuide Families: Kaitlyn (Royal Oak)
Meet Kaitlyn Kids: Henry (2), Sterling (8 months) Hometown: Royal Oak I’m a writer, mom and wife. I’m fortunate to…
LittleGuide Families: Callie (Detroit)
Meet Callie Kids: Jack (7), Hudson (4), Ben (2) Hometown: Detroit I'm a stay at home mom. I live…
LittleGuide Families – Meagan (Grosse Pointe)
Meet Meagan Kids: Frances (1) Hometown: Grosse Pointe Park My husband and I are both working parents—I’m an attorney…
LittleGuide Families: Danielle (Grosse Pointe)
Meet Danielle Kids: Cora (4) and Collette (4 months) Hometown: Grosse Pointe My husband Jon and I live in…
LittleGuide Families – Lauren (Birmingham)
Meet Lauren Kids: Ava (3) and Louie (1) Hometown: Birmingham I'm a mom, wife, business owner (an independent consultant…
LITTLEGUIDE FAMILIES: BRIANNA (DETROIT)
Brianna Kid(s): Winter (9yrs) Hometown: Detroit MI Brianna Williams is the owner of DCreated Boutique a children's clothing store based…
LittleGuide Families – Amphy (Lincoln Park)
Meet Amphy Kids: Zyanna (17), Azmyreli (12), Niyareliz (4) Hometown: Lincoln Park I work for a non-profit organization where we offer an…
LittleGuide Families – Brittany (Birmingham)
Meet Brittany Kids: Charlotte (14 months) Hometown: Birmingham After Charlotte was born I became a stay at home mom and…
LittleGuide Families: Kate (Detroit)
Meet Kate Kids: Josephine (6 months) Hometown: Detroit Hi, I'm Kate Bordine a new mama of little miss Josephine, and my…
LittleGuide Families – Jaci (Grosse Pointe Park)
Meet Jaci Kids: Campbell (3) Hometown: Grosse Pointe Park My husband Eric and I work together at Grosse Pointe at Hampton…
LittleGuide Families: Melanie (Detroit)
Meet Melanie Kids: Marlee (1 month) Hometown: Detroit My husband Damond and I just celebrated our one-year anniversary on…
Top Things to do with Kids in Pittsburgh
Ann is a mom, realtor and horse-back riding instructor. She and her husband, Matt, live 15 minutes north of Pittsburgh in…
Top Things to do with Kids in Washington DC
Dana lives in the historic Shaw neighborhood in Washington DC with her husband and son Cole (age 2). We asked…
Top Things to do with Kids in San Francisco
Alice lives outside of San Francisco in Redwood City with her husband and two kids (ages 8 and 6). We…
Top Things to do with Kids in New York City
Lauren lives in New York City with her husband and son, Ryder (age 2). We asked her to share some…
TOP THINGS TO DO WITH KIDS IN CHICAGO
Sarah lives in Skokie, IL with her husband and kids Rowan (age 6) and Henry (age 4). She spent several…
Top Things to do with Kids in Austin
Danielle lives in Austin's Bouldin Creek neighborhood with her husband and kids (ages 5 and 3). We asked this native…
Top Things to do with Kids in Columbus
Jessica lives in Columbus with her husband and five kids who range in age from 11 years to 11 months.…
Top Things to do with Kids in Venice Beach
Rita lives in Venice Beach with her husband and daughter Maybelle (ages 20 months). We asked Rita to share her…
Top Things to do with Kids in Cleveland
Meagan lives in Reminderville, OH with her husband and twin boys. We asked her to share some of her favorite…
Top Things to do with Kids in Denver
Julie moved to Denver two and a half years ago from Ann Arbor with her husband and kids Will (age…
Top Things to do with Kids in Los Gatos
April lives in Los Gatos with her husband and sons Jett (age 6) and River (age 3). We asked April…
Top Things to do with Kids in San Francisco
Mimi lives in San Francisco with her husband and daughter Liv (age 3). We asked her to share her favorite…
Top Things to do with Kids in Washington DC
Sara lives in Arlington, Virginia with her husband and sons Duncan (age 5) and Henry (age 3). We asked Sara…
