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20 Ways to Keep Kids Busy While Inside

Christina Clark -
Out of ideas to keep the kids entertained while stuck indoors? We've got you covered with these 20 ways to keep kids busy while inside.
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9 Fun Backgrounds to Add to Your Zoom Video Calls

Katina Beniaris -
Add some flair to your next video chat with one of these fun backgrounds to add to your Zoom video calls.
Guides

Nick Jr. Live: Move to the Music at the Fox Theatre in Detroit

Christina Clark -
Sing and boogie with pals from your favorite Nick Jr. shows during Nick Jr. Live: Move to the Music, which plays March 6-8, 2020 at the Fox Theatre in Detroit.
Guides

Baby Shark Live! at Convocation Center at Eastern Michigan University in Ypsilanti

Christina Clark -
The aquatic craze that swept the nation in late 2019 is back for one show. See Baby Shark Live! at Eastern Michigan's Convocation Center March 6, 2020.
Guides

Hot Rod and Racing Expo at the Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi

Christina Clark -
The hottest of hot rods and the biggest names in racing gather for the annual Hot Rod and Racing Expo in Novi, Feb. 15-16, 2020.
Guides

Why You Should Participate in Take Your Child to the Library Day

Kari Zaffarano -
Take Your Child to the Library Day is in February – normally the first Saturday of the month – and aims to get families excited about the offerings at their local library.
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Oakland County Fire and Ice Festival in Rochester

Aleanna Siacon -
Every year, fireworks and marshmallow roasting meets ice sculptures and sledding. The hot Oakland County Fire and Ice Festival takes place Jan. 17-19, 2020.
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Wild Winter at the Detroit Zoo in Royal Oak

Aleanna Siacon -
Coats on and claws out because winter is best experienced wild. Check out family-friendly fun on Jan. 18 and Feb. 1, 2020, during Wild Winter at the Detroit Zoo.
Guides

Michigan Winter Dog Classic at the Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi

Amanda Rahn -
The tenth annual Michigan Winter Dog Classic will include activities for both dogs and their owners in Novi, Jan. 16-19, 2020.
Guides

Featured Animals at The Creature Conservancy in Ann Arbor

Christina Clark -
Head out to A2 most Saturdays and Sundays throughout the year to interact with live animals and learn about different 'Featured Animals' each month.
Guides

Cirque du Soleil: Axel at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit

Christina Clark -
Ice skating and acrobatics meld during the Cirque du Soleil: Axel show, which hits Little Caesars Arena in Detroit Jan. 2-5, 2020.
Guides

Big Events in 2020, Bubble Wrap, Thesaurus Fun and More

Kim Kovelle -
Learn some interesting January facts, New Year stats and details on some big events in 2020 in this edition of Metro Parent's 'What Counts.'
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