The Boll Family YMCA in Downtown Detroit is beautiful. BE participates in Girls on the Run there and both kids attend the Y’s school break camps. BE was really nervous when I first signed her up for winter break camp. It took a while, but now she really loves going. BC enjoys it as well.Continue reading “It’s Fun to Stay at the Boll Family YMCA”
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Family Fun at Campus Martius
On the way to BE’s school every morning we drive by Campus Martius, and right now the park is beautifully decorated and lighted for the holidays. The kids have been watching as the decorations are put up and ice rink is built. They were both begging, so we went skating the first weekend the rinkContinue reading “Family Fun at Campus Martius”
Detroit Jazz fest
A few weeks ago, Detroit had its annual Jazz Fest downtown and we’re so close to downtown that we were able to walk there. BC had a great time dancing to music, and BE enjoyed playing in the fountain at Hart Plaza. I just wish we could have stayed longer. Here are some photos:
Detroit’s Renaissance Center
We’re continuing to explore family-friendly places in the city, and last week, we spent some time at the Renaissance Center, and on the Riverfront. Unfortunately, it was raining that day, so we didnt’ spend too much time outside, but the kids enjoyed seeing the river, Hart Plaza, and the Detroit Princess. They also had a greatContinue reading “Detroit’s Renaissance Center”
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