Summer is in full swing and if you’re like me, than you’re already running out of ideas to entertain the kids for the rest of Summer break and it’s only the end of July! Once they’ve been on a vacation, hit the movies, went to the beach, went on a hike, read a chapter book, …
Last weekend, I celebrated National Get Outdoors Day at Greenfield Village. Get Outdoors Day offers activities for every age and comfort level, from campouts to hiking and everything in between. This day I enjoyed perfectly clear skies, a warm, shining sun and plenty of cooling shade when I needed to get out of the sun. I had never …
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 …
It’s been awhile since my last visit to Greenfield Village in Dearborn. We were there last weekend for the Thomas the Train visit. They run this event every year and it draws quite a crowd of young train lovers. While the weather was absolutely miserable – we still managed to enjoy ourselves. We rode the …
WHO: Thomas the Tank Engine WHAT: A 20-minute (approximate) ride with Thomas the Tank Engine An opportunity to meet Sir Topham Hatt, Controller of The Railway Activities for the whole family, including arts & crafts, storytelling, video viewing, live music Commemorative activities, merchandise and giveaways focusing on steam engines and diesel engines to celebrate …
WHO Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO) and The Henry Ford Steven Reineke, conductor Michael Runyan, harmonica WHAT The DSO returns to Greenfield Village at The Henry Ford for the 18th annual Salute to America concert series on July 1 through July 4. Conductor Steven Reineke and harmonica-player Michael Runyan join the DSO to present a program …