Metro Parent

11/07/2025

❄️ Holiday festivity means fun for the whole family. November is jam-packed with events, so check out our guide to everything going on this month that you don’t want to miss.

Clinton Township Parks and Recreation
Anton Art Center
Blake Farms
Glenlore Trails
Detroit Zoo
Magic of Lights

11/07/2025

🍁📚 Fall is the coziest reading season of all! 📚🍁

When the air turns crisp and the leaves start to fall, there’s nothing better than curling up with your kids, a blanket, and a good story. Whether your little one loves pumpkins, football, or friendly dinosaurs, these 11 fall books will help your family celebrate the season in the sweetest way.

Here are a few picks we love from Metro Parent’s new reading guide 👇

💍 The Scarecrows’ Wedding by Julia Donaldson (Ages 2–6)
Two lovable scarecrows plan the perfect fall wedding—until a troublemaker tries to steal the show!

🎃 The Ugly Pumpkin by Dave Horowitz (Ages 3–5)
A heartwarming story about a lonely pumpkin learning to love what makes him different.

🍂 There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed Some Leaves by Lucille Colandro (Ages 3–5)
The classic character is back—this time swallowing everything autumn!

🌶️ Armadilly Chili by Helen Ketteman (Ages 4–8)
A Texas twist on The Little Red Hen with a lesson about friendship (and chili!).

🐾 A Silly Milly Fall by Sheri Wall (Ages 4–8)
See the joys of fall through the eyes of a Great Dane who loves football, leaves, and Thanksgiving treats.

🌕 Our Moon Festival by Yobe Qiu (Ages 4–8)
A beautiful, diverse story exploring how families across Asia celebrate the Moon Festival.

🏈 Dino-Football by Lisa Wheeler (Ages 5–9)
Dinosaurs take the field for the Mega Bowl! A fun pick for sports fans and dino lovers alike.

🍁 The Very Last Leaf by Stef Wade (Ages 5–7)
Lance Cottonwood must face his fear of falling in this funny and inspiring read about bravery and change.

Reading together builds connection, imagination, and a lifelong love of stories. So grab a mug of cocoa, pull your kids close, and make this fall a season to remember. ☕🍂❤️

📖 Read the full list and find your family’s next favorite book here:

There's so many things to love about fall. Read about some of our favorite things including pumpkins, apples, football and more.

11/07/2025

This holiday season, there’s no better way to celebrate than with the 99th America’s Thanksgiving Parade. From dancing alongside local marching bands to spotting giant floating characters, here’s everything parents need to know:

🏙 The parade route is about 3 miles and will run for an hour and a half.
🎟 Grandstand tickets have reserved seating near the main stage, but sidewalk viewing is free.
🚻 Portable restrooms are available along the route.
🚗 Purchase parking in advance to accommodate for road closures.

11/07/2025

Countdown is on! ⏰ You have until Nov. 17 to enter for Lions Thanksgiving tickets. Don’t miss out! Brought to you by ThinkFord First

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11/06/2025

🎈🥁 Detroit parents — get ready for one of the city’s most magical mornings of the year! 🎅✨

The 99th America’s Thanksgiving Parade is marching down Woodward Avenue this Thanksgiving morning, bringing larger-than-life balloons, colorful floats, marching bands, and of course, Santa himself! 🎺🎉

Here’s what to know before you go:

🕗 When: 8:45 a.m. on Thursday, Nov. 27
📍 Where: Woodward Ave. from Kirby to Congress (through Midtown & Downtown Detroit)
🎟️ Cost: Free to watch from the sidewalks! Grandstand seating is available for $60–$70.
🚗 Parking: Streets close early, so plan ahead and buy parking in advance.
👶 Kid tips: Best for ages 4+, and little ones might prefer watching the broadcast on WDIV Local 4 from home.
🚫 FYI: No strollers, wagons, or scooters in the grandstands; bring small bags only.

👀 Pro tip for families: Arrive early, bundle up, and pick a meeting spot just in case you get separated. Portable restrooms are located along the route, and wheelchair-accessible viewing areas are available in select spots.

🎭 Want to make it even more special? Families can also volunteer behind the scenes — helping build floats or sew costumes with The Parade Company. Kids 16+ (with an adult) can join too!

Plan your day at Detroit’s Thanksgiving Parade with start times, parking, tips for kids and what families should know before parade day.

11/06/2025

📖 ✨This Saturday! The Macomb Reads Reading Carnival invites families to celebrate stories and creativity together. Meet kids’ authors Johnathan Rand, Leslie Helakoski and illustrator Brittany (Bea) Jackson, plus enjoy fun appearances from Bluey, Spiderman, Pikachu and more. It’s all free — and open to kids all around metro Detroit. There’s still space to register:

📅 Saturday, Nov. 8 | 10 a.m.–2 p.m.

📍 Macomb Intermediate School District, Clinton Township

Find out what's happening at the fifth annual event on Nov. 2, 2024.

11/06/2025

🇺🇲Honor those who have served with Veterans Day events around metro Detroit and Ann Arbor. Families can:

🔹Attend Veterans Day open house with Stahls Automotive Foundation
🔹Watch the Detroit Veterans Day Parade
🔹Pay tribute and donate items at Salute to Service at Canton Village Theater
🔹Eat Veterans Day breakfast at The War Memorial
🔹Learn about veterans at The Henry Ford

11/06/2025

❄️ Win a Family Ski Getaway at Treetops Resort! ⛷️

Winter fun is calling! Metro Parent and Southeast Michigan Ford Dealers are giving one lucky family the chance to enjoy an unforgettable ski trip at Treetops Resort in Ga***rd — complete with a two-night stay, lift tickets, tubing passes, and snowshoe rentals for four.

Don’t miss out on your chance to make magical winter memories together. Enter by Dec. 31, 2025 for your shot at this $2,500 family getaway!

👉 Enter here:

Win a family ski getaway at Treetops Resort in Ga***rd, Michigan, thanks to Southeast Michigan Ford Dealers! Enter by Dec. 31, 2025.

11/06/2025

For Detroit families depending on SNAP benefits, there are still resources available during the federal government shutdown. Families can access:

▪️Detroit Public Schools Community District student meals
▪️Gleaners Community Food Bank
▪️Forgotten Harvest
▪️Capuchin Soup Kitchen
▪️Matrix Human Services

11/05/2025

🦃✨ It’s turkey time, Metro Detroit! ✂️🐥

The countdown to Thanksgiving is on, and that means one thing — crafting season! Whether you’ve got toddlers who love glue sticks or older kids who can handle more detailed projects, these adorable turkey crafts will keep everyone busy (and your table festive) before the big feast. 🎨🍂

Here are a few of our favorite ideas for families to try:
🦃 Thankful Turkey Book: Have your kids write what they’re thankful for on each page of their own handmade turkey book — a sweet keepsake to look back on next year. ❤️
🍬 Candy Corn Turkey: Got leftover Halloween candy? Put it to good use by creating a colorful turkey using candy corn for feathers! 🍭
🌲 Felt and Pinecone Turkey: Head outside to find pinecones, then turn them into rustic little turkeys with felt and glue. Perfect for decorating your Thanksgiving table. 🌾
👜 No-Glue Turkey Puppet: No glue? No problem! This fun, mess-free craft uses double-stick tape to make a cute turkey bag puppet kids can play with right away. 🎭

These crafts are simple, inexpensive, and a great way to keep kids entertained while teaching them about gratitude and creativity. Plus, most can be made using materials you already have around the house! 🙌

🧡 So before you sit down for turkey and pie, grab some markers, paper, and a little imagination — and make something that will have the whole family smiling.

👉 Check the comments for the full story and get all the tutorials for these fun Thanksgiving crafts! 🎨🦃

11/05/2025

🍴Looking for the perfect snack? Enjoy a Detroit staple and find the best corned beef egg rolls in the city.

Find the full list in the comments.

North Bar & Grille Southfield
Grand Trunk Pub