Handprint Ornament Class for Toddlers

My favorite ornaments are the ones my girls make.  They are not only unique, but they are “made with love” and special because my children put their little hearts into creating them. The Rochester Avon Recreation Authority (RARA) is holding a class for parents and children where you can place your little ones handprints on …

Toddler Program Teaches Kids Cooking Skills

My girls love to help out in the kitchen from cooking the meal to setting the table to washing the dishes.  These are skills they will need as mothers themselves, so starting early can’t hurt! There is a fun class for children ages 3-5 that the kids can take while parents get an evening out.  …

Village Hosts Annual Halloween Spooktacular

Everyone loves to wear their Halloween costume, so why not extend the holiday by a day? Join the Village of Rochester Hills for their free Halloween Spooktacular costume party and parade on Saturday, October 30 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the Village’s Festival Park (rain or shine). The Halloween Spooktacular is a perfect …

Trick-or-Treat in Downtown Rochester

We go to downtown Rochester every year and take the kids trick-or-treating.  This year the event in being Saturday, October 23 from 4pm – 5pm at the merchants located on S. Main Street, Rochester, MI 48307. Every year we have been it has been pretty chilly, so layer those costumes to keep the kiddos warm.  …

Fall Metropark Events: October 22,23 and 24

Halloween Camping Weekend Pack your best Halloween decorations and costumes for the Halloween Camping Weekend, Friday, October 22 to Sunday, October 24 at Stony Creek Metropark, near Rochester/Washington Township. The park offers a rustic camping weekend with a Halloween twist, including pumpkin carving and a party for kids.  Campers can vote for their favorite themed …

Disney On Ice: Classic Princess Stories

The Palace of Auburn Hills is sparkling this weekend with Disney Princes and Princesses.  We had the joy of seeing the show this week and my daughter is still talking about which dress she liked the best! Disney on Ice creates magic with the classic Princess stories, beautiful choreography, exceptional skating skills, gorgeous costumes,and fantastic …