Festival of the Hills

The annual Festival of the Hills fireworks show at Borden Park takes place on June 25, 2014. This event has become a huge tradition in our community – the summer’s best “stay-cation”. ScheduleThis year’s family friendly event begins at 6:00 pm with family games and live entertainment. The star of the show is Michigan’s 2nd largest …

4 Gardening Smart Phone Apps

  I am clueless when it comes to gardening and love my roses because they are very low maintenance.  I do not know what to plant, when to plant, how much to water, etc, etc, etc. I love plants and gardens and long for a beautiful, lush garden that I can spend the evening summer …

RARA Summer Camps in Rochester Beginning Soon

One of the many things I love about Rochester, MI is all of the youth activities they provide.  RARA has activities year round, but if you are looking for a summer program in Rochester or Rochester Hills, MI no need to look any further.  Summer camps are starting June 16, so if you are still …

New Yogurt Shop Opening in Shelby Township

Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt, the world’s fastest growing frozen yogurt brand has opened a location in Shelby Township, MI and will be celebrating with a seven-day grand opening celebration from June 7th to June 13th.     On Saturday June 7, Menchie’s will be giving out free 5oz cups of yogurt from 11am-close. Other activities happening will be ribbon …

Metro Detroit Youth Day

Metro Detroit Youth Day, a summer staple for metro Detroiters, is returning to Belle Isle on Wednesday, July 9.  The 32nd annual Youth Day event will welcome more than 34,000 youngsters to the athletic fields for a day of fun, learning and camaraderie.   This year, Youth Day will feature sports clinics, education stations, entertainment and workshops …

The Outdoors Misses You: Giveaway!

This was a LONG winter that I honestly thought would never end! Alas the sun has peeped out, the grass has turned from brown to green and the flower beds are full of beautiful colors. My favorite season has begun and it’s time to get out and enjoy the outdoors!   To be ready for …