The Downtown Detroit Partnership (DDP) today announced the launch of a new photo contest for metro Detroit amateur photographers that invites them to find and showcase hidden gems and unique destinations of Downtown Detroit. The contest will run now through Friday, November 12, 2010. During that time, entrants may submit photos to digdowntown.com or the …
The #140 Conference in Detroit ROCKED!
There was a lot of hugging going on during the #140 conference in Detroit…it seemed to be the theme of the day and appropriate since Twitter is a way to build relationships and foster them in “real life”. I had just gotten back from Blog World Expo in Las Vegas where I met some amazing …
‘ Say “Boo!” to the Flu’ Family Friendly Clinics
One of the scariest truths about influenza is that it can kill healthy children of all ages. Parents like Detroit area resident Zack Yaksich know the heartbreak only too well after his 5-year-old daughter died suddenly of influenza complications in 2003. Yaksich created Alana’s Flu Foundation so that other parents can be made aware of the dangers …
Say Boo to the Flu
If you’re looking for a fun way to convince your kids (and yourself) to get vaccinated against the flu this year, here is your chance! Families Fighting Flu, Visiting Nurse Associations of America and The Clorox Company have teamed up to help you keep your family protected from the flu. Detroit-area residents are invited to educate (and …
Kidzsack Review
My girls love to color and paint and glitterize and create. They can spend hours creating works of art that I proudly display on my refrigerator. I’m a very proud mom! I was given the opportunity to review Kidzsack which is an eco friendly creative backpack for kids. The front is screenprinted with artwork (sports, …
Cyber Bullying Presentation
Bullying has changed a lot since we were kids. Playgrounds used to be the place that bullies ruled, today it is the Internet. Recent news stories highlight how cyber bullying has affected our children, sometimes with severe consequences. Sheriff Mike Bouchard will discuss cyber bullying and how you can help your child with this issue. …