Quick and Easy: Heartland Alliance Home & Garden Tour

Spend a great day in June supporting a great cause. The Annual Heartland Alliance Home & Garden Tour will be taking place on June 9th. Take a short trip to Michigan’s Harbor Country to visit seven beautiful homes and gardens. While you’re there, enjoy a delicious al fresco lunch at Chikaming Country Club. After the […]

Best Weekend Summer Trips for Couples and Families

C’mon, admit it—you’re counting the days until summer vacation. Now you’re staring down the calendar, trying to find time for a trip. No problem—whether it’s a couples getaway or packing the kids into the minivan, Fodor’s Travel Executive Editorial Director Arabella Bowen has several great suggestions for in-town excitement and weekend getaways that don’t involve […]

5 Don’t Miss Museum Exhibits This Summer

School’s (almost!) out, summer’s on and the kids want to know what’s next. If you’re looking to entertain, here are 5 exhibits for sure-fire fun. The best part? They also can stave off that summer brain drain. *Note: Special exhibits usually require a separate ticket or admission fee. If you are a museum member, you […]

How to Get Your Teen a Political Internship This Summer

With Election Day only six months away, election season is already in full swing. For teenagers, working on a campaign is a great way to learn about the political process and get a behind-the-scenes look at democracy in action. Getting your child involved in a campaign is easier than you might think. Here are some […]

How to Get Your Teen a Political Internship This Summer

With Election Day only six months away, election season is already in full swing. For teenagers, working on a campaign is a great way to learn about the political process and get a behind-the-scenes look at democracy in action. Getting your child involved in a campaign is easier than you might think. Here are some […]

The Mom Cave: Designing a Space of Your Own

It starts with your husband’s “man cave” or paneled library. Then there are nurseries to decorate and playrooms to stock. Somewhere along the way, you forgot to reserve space for yourself…and the kitchen planning desk (aka, family landfill) doesn’t count. “As women, we respect the need for everyone in our families to have their own […]

Heavyweight "Hairspray" a Brilliant Homage to Dick Clark

It’s hard to watch “the nicest kids in town” without reflecting on the iconic “American Bandstand’s” place in the nation’s history. And the death of Dick Clark just days before Drury Lane’s opening of the musical, “Hairspray,” makes it darn near impossible. That’s mostly a good thing. With introspection evident in the opening night crowd, […]

May Movies

For some women, Mother’s Day is more hotly anticipated than a birthday or anniversary. It’s the one time all year you can expect some pampering and praise—you’re Queen for the day. Here are a few great flicks to inspire: “The Queen” (2006)
Helen Mirren, Michael Sheen PG-13 I’m not sure if I’d want to own an […]