Articles By: Stacy Swann
‘ 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 [...]
Enjoy trains, trolleys, bikes and boats during Melon Festival
In addition to all the fun in downtown Howell during Melon Festival weekend, August 20-22, guests to the event can travel by train, trolley, bikes and boats, all major attractions for the 50th celebration of Melon Festival. Trolley tours depart from the Historic Howell Depot at 128 Westmore St., starting at 11 a.m. on Saturday [...]
Freschetta makes fantastic pizza
My family and I recently had the opportunity to try a couple of Freschetta Frozen Pizzas. I usually try to have at least one frozen pizza or a pizza crust on hand for nights when we have to be somewhere and our prep time is limited, but I admit we haven’t sampled a Freschetta in [...]
Girls’ Life Guides help us help our girls **GIVEAWAY**
It’s hard parenting a ‘tween girl. It’s hard to make sure they know you want to be open and honest with them, and answer all of their questions. It’s even harder to do it without being silly and laughing. That’s why the new series of books from Scholastic and the editors of Girls’ Life Magazine [...]
Oakland County Waterparks set to open for the 2010 season
Red Oaks and Waterford Oaks water parks in Oakland County are set to open for the 2010 season. “The water parks are fun for all ages,” Katie Stavale, parks supervisor, said. “Both water parks have a really high energy, which makes them ideal locations for summer fun.” Red Oaks Waterpark in Madison Heights opens will open May [...]
The Phoenix Players presents Alice in Wonderland
All of the fun and nonsense of the classic Lewis Carroll story for the whole family to enjoy! The Phire Phlies, The Phoenix Players youth acting ensemble with actors aged 7-13, will present a new adaptation of the story by playwright William Glennon. This version is so close to the original in intention and feeling [...]
Celebrate Howell History on Saturday, May 22
Head on over to Howell for the 8th Annual Howell History Days on Saturday, May 22, 2010 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The Vintage Baseball Game and Old-Fashioned Ice Cream Social is back at Page Field at 2:30 p.m. Dave Rozema, former Tiger, will also be on-hand signing autographs! NEW this year is a “Howell Hidden History [...]
Howell Opera House Hosts Music Tribute Series Friday Nights in May
Friday nights in May just got a lot more fun thanks to The Howell Opera House who will begin hosting their Friday Night Music Tribute series this Friday, May 14. Beginning each friday at 7 p.m. you can stop in for the music, a glass of wine or beer and chat it up with friends! [...]
Mom 2 Mom Sales in and around Livingston County
Keep your Saturday morning free for these great Mom 2 Mom sales in and around Livingston County! Byron Elementary 401 E. Maple Byron MI 48418 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. $1 admission 989-271-8603 First United Methodist Church 640 S. Lafayette, South Lyon MI 48178South Lyon, MI 48178 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. $1 admission 248-924-2338 [...]
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