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Unlock Northern Michigan’s Sweetest Treasure: The Chain of Lakes Water Trail, Perfect for Families
Beyond the Sandbar: Family-Friendly Paddling Adventures on the Chain of Lakes. Calling adventure-seeking families! Are you ready to dip your paddles into some of Northern Michigan’s most scenic waterways?. Antrim County, just minutes away from Traverse City, isn’t just home to the famous Torch Lake sandbar, it’s a wonderland...
Farmgirl Flea Market Returns to Hudsonville With Spectacular Thrifty Finds in May 2024
Get Ready for the Thrill of the Find at Farmgirl Flea Market. Compliment a west Michigander on their shirt and they’ll excitedly tell you it was only $5. We love shopping thrift stores in West Michigan – and a giant flea market is no exception. Rated one of...
Bet! Color Factory Chicago will Rizz You Up, No Cap
Yeah, I know, mom using slang is eyeroll central. But it is sooo fun to watch my teens cringe when ‘cringe’ rolls off my tongue. IFKYK, right?. Seriously, if you have teens, tweens or any other people in your life that love filling up their camera roll with the 0.5 shots and selfies galore, then Color Factory in downtown Chicago might just be your next stop.
4th Grade National Park Pass: Michigan’s Passport to Adventure at Sleeping Bear Dunes and Pictured Rocks
Get into Sleeping Bear Dunes, Pictured Rocks and other National Parks for FREE!. If you’ve got a 4th grader, this article is your guide to getting into Michigan’s National Parks and beyond, for FREE all year long. Give your 4th grader a high-five because they’re about to make your travel plans a bit more budget friendly with a free 4th Grade National Park Pass.
This Museum/Zoo Swap Gets You in Free to 5+ Places, Just in Time for Summer 2024
Our local museums & zoo are coming together to give us a spectacular deal that’s music to budget-savvy ears, especially families looking to fill up a long summer with fun activities!. Here’s the scoop: Buy just ONE membership, and you’ll snag free entry into MANY additional museums and zoos...
New Entertainment Hub “Soar n Bounce” Coming to Rivertown Crossings in 2025
Grandville, MI – Rivertown Crossings will soon introduce a new exciting indoor attraction, “Soar n Bounce,” slated to open in 2025 at the former Younkers site in the mall. Following the example of Woodland Mall, Rivertown’s addition of a family fun center will enhance its attractions and...
20 Amazing Family Memberships: Zoo Memberships, Museum Memberships and More
So you spent a great day at a Grand Rapids area museum or zoo and now the kids are begging to come back tomorrow. Should you spring for the membership?. Whether you decide to snag that membership right away or purchase later for a gift, we’re sure you won’t regret it!
DNR Outdoor Adventure Center 2024: Explore Michigan’s Great Outdoors While Staying Inside
The winter months can keep us longing to get out of town for a bit. But where can one go that will engage the whole family?. We have just the spot for you if you’re looking for a fun family-friendly day trip adventure in Michigan. Plus at only $5 per person ($3 for kids) it won’t break the bank. (Bonus: GRPM members get in FREE!)
WIN a Multi-Night Stay Near Lake Michigan in SW Michigan’s Coolest Rental!
Experience the Ultimate Getaway at Willobee Pines in Coloma. Picture this: You’re tucked away in the heart of Coloma, less than a mile from Lake Michigan’s sandy shores for a fun and relaxing getaway. Nestled between South Haven and St. Joe, Willobee Pines is conveniently located just one...
New LEGO Store, Bowling Alley Fun Center Coming to Woodland Mall this Summer!
New LEGO® Store Coming to Woodland Mall this Summer. A brand-new LEGO® Store will join the offerings at Woodland Mall in Grand Rapids this summer, making it the second LEGO-themed outlet in the area, according to a Facebook announcement on the mall’s page. (A Bricks & Minifigs Shop that specializes in LEGO bricks is located just 1.2 miles west of the mall on 28th Street.)
New 616 Junior Golf Tour: Play 8 Courses this Summer, All Levels Welcome!
Tee Off in Summer 2024 with the Exciting 616 Junior Golf Tour. There’s something totally fresh and fun for kids, tweens and teens this summer in West Michigan: The 616 Junior Golf Tour. Brought to you by Maple Hill Golf in Grandville, this tour aims to bring the game...
Gigantic Dinos Take Over John Ball Zoo for Summer 2024!
Massive Moving Dinos at John Ball Zoo Will Surprise You!. Starting in July, John Ball Zoo visitors will have the thrilling opportunity to encounter over 20 life-size dinosaurs, including the fearsome Velociraptor, the majestic Triceratops, and the towering T-Rex right here in Grand Rapids. That roar you hear in the...
This 2.5-Mile Grand Rapids Riverwalk Takes Your Family to the Hidden Gems in Downtown Grand Rapids, for Free
Head Downtown and Enjoy the Picturesque Grand Rapids Riverwalk. Grand Rapids is brimming with amazing things to do, but heading downtown can be a little intimidating if you’re not familiar with the city. That’s why we put together this easy-to-follow Grand Rapids Riverwalk tour for you and your family...
Complete 2024 Eclipse Guide, Michigan Edition: Events, Eclipse Details & Travel Info
What this Rare Total Solar Eclipse Means for Michigan. Have you heard? On Monday, April 8, 2024, there will be a rare total eclipse over North America. (In Michigan, the peak of the eclipse will happen just after 3 PM.) It’s a big deal! Our country won’t see another event...
These 20+ Things To Do in Ann Arbor Are Your Ultimate Guide Exploring A Squared
Of all the amazing Michigan vacation destinations, Ann Arbor always ranks among the top cities to visit. Ann Arbor is most famously known as the home to the University of Michigan, whose campus’s beauty is enough to beckon even the biggest Sparty fan to come and see. But there are actually so many more things to do in in Ann Arbor outside of the UM campus.
Climb Aboard the USS Silversides For A Truly Unique Experience
Step Into History at the USS Silversides Submarine Museum. Next time your family is traveling up the lakeshore, put a stop in Muskegon on your list. And then put the USS Silversides Submarine Museum at the top of that list. The USS Silversides is a real, decommissioned submarine from the...
Pinspiration: This *New* Art Studio Glows in the Dark & Lets You Throw Paint!
Wyoming, MI, has just gotten a lot more colorful with the opening of Pinspiration, a DIY craft studio inspired by the wildly popular social media platform Pinterest. Their grand opening on March 15, 2024 promises a world of creativity and fun, and they’re already taking reservations. This is sure to become a happy spot for anyone in Grand Rapids looking to literally unleash their inner artist, and adds another destination to West Michigan’s growing hands-on art scene.
Hands On Fun at the Michigan Science Center in Detroit
The Michigan Science Center in Detroit is a mix of over 200 hands-on exhibits, working labs, an IMAX theatre, a planetarium and multiple entertaining shows—it’s an absolute delight!. In testament to its excellence, in Feb 2024, USA Today ranked the center as the third-best science museum in the...
Great Lakes Crossing Mall: Legos, SEA LIFE, & Sugar Rushes for Max Family Fun
Rad Family Play Spots & Shops Galore at Great Lakes Crossing Outlets. Great Lakes Crossing Outlets in Auburn Hills, Michigan is a family adventure waiting to happen. With over 175 stores, 30 restaurants and magnetic attractions like:. Peppa Pig World of Play Michigan. Kids Empire Indoor Playground. Bowling alley &...
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