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Horseshoe Falls - A Munising Waterfall and More (Photo Gallery)

Horseshoe Falls – A Munising Waterfall and More (Photo Gallery)

September 20, 2022
by Jonathan Katje
Waterfalls

Michigan’s Upper Peninsula is home to hundreds of waterfalls. Some are located in state parks and state forests, others in local parks or on the…

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Holland's Outdoor Discovery Center: Trails, Wildlife, and Free Fun for the Whole Family

Holland’s Outdoor Discovery Center: Trails, Wildlife, and Free Fun for the Whole Family

July 25, 2022
by Jonathan Katje
Family Trips

Holland is know for its beautiful beaches and water recreation opportunities on Lake Macatawa and Lake Michigan, its Dutch heritage and the annual Tulip Time…

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Bricklive Animal Exhibit Leaving John Ball Zoo November 8: Photo Gallery

Bricklive Animal Exhibit Leaving John Ball Zoo November 8: Photo Gallery

November 1, 2020
by Chris Katje
Zoos

The popular Bricklive animal exhibit that was part of John Ball Zoo since May will be leaving after November 7. The exhibit that features Lego-like…

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Leila Arboretum's Fantasy Forest is Free and Perfect for Family Fun

Leila Arboretum’s Fantasy Forest is Free and Perfect for Family Fun

October 28, 2020
by Jonathan Katje
Family Trips

Battle Creek’s Leila Arboretum is one of the city’s premier family attractions. This 72-acre park is open to the public and offers walking trails, the…

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Family Friendly Grand Rapids Comic Con 2017

Grand Rapids Comic Con 2019: 11 Things We’re Looking Forward To

November 3, 2019
by Jonathan Katje
Arts and Entertainment

The Grand Rapids Comic ConĀ (https://www.grcomiccon.com/) will return to the DeVos Place Convention Center the weekend of November 8-10, bringing a stellar lineup of guests and…

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Pirate Ship Invades Munising Near Pictured Rocks in 2018

Pirate Ship Invades Munising Near Pictured Rocks in 2018

April 17, 2018
by Chris Katje
Family Trips, Vacation

In 2017, a pirate ship could be spotted near Mackinaw City. Those lucky enough to book tickets got to board this one of a kind…

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Our Family Friendly Review of the 2017 Grand Rapids Comic Con

Our Family Friendly Review of the 2017 Grand Rapids Comic Con

October 30, 2017
by Chris Katje
Arts and Entertainment, Family Trips

The Grand Rapids Comic Con continues to rise in popularity. With the rising popularity and increased attendance comes some small worries, but fans were once…

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Grand Rapids Comic Con 2017 Photos Pictures

Photo Gallery Friday: Grand Rapids Comic Con 2017

October 27, 2017
by Chris Katje
Arts and Entertainment, Family Trips

The Grand Rapids Comic Con was held at Devos Place Convention Center over the weekend of October 20th through the 22nd. Fans of comics, anime,…

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inflatable water park Michigan

Inflatable Water Parks Exist Right Here in Michigan

May 30, 2017
by Chris Katje
Family Trips

Not too long ago, I remember coming across a story that Lake Michigan would be getting a floating inflatable water park. As a Michigan resident…

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15 Grand Rapids Griffins Hockey Games You Don't Want To Miss This Season

15 Grand Rapids Griffins Hockey Games You Don’t Want To Miss This Season

September 28, 2016
by Jonathan Katje
Sports

The 2016-17 AHL season is fast approaching, and the Grand Rapids Griffins will soon take the ice for their 21st season at Van Andel Arena….

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