Habari Gani? Kwanzaa is just a few days away! Are you planning a special celebration with your family? We celebrate Kwanzaa and have a few things planned for the kids this year. We like to do DIY Kwanzaa crafts, read books about the special holiday, and support Black-owned businesses in Detroit. A couple of years …
Detroit Holidays
These are a Few of My Favorite Detroit Things
As the year draws to a close, I wanted to share a few of my favorite Detroit businesses. You can also use this as a last-minute gift guide if you’re looking for Detroit gift ideas.
Family Fun at Light Up Beacon Park Detroit Holiday Lights Event
Beacon Park Christmas lights, also known as Light Up Beacon Park, is a fun, family event! See photos from our visit to the Detroit event.
Eastern Market Holiday Market is the Perfect Place to Find Unique, Michigan-Made Gifts
One of my favorite holiday traditions in Detroit is shopping at the Eastern Market Holiday Market. I remember our first time visiting the Holiday Market in 2015. It was our first year living in Michigan and Travis and I signed up for the Feet on the Street Holiday Market Tour in Eastern Market. (That was …
Find Last-Minute Holiday Gift Ideas at Great Lakes Crossing Outlets
Today’s post is sponsored by Great Lakes Crossing Outlets. As a spokesperson for Great Lakes Crossing Outlets, I’m excited to share with you our holiday gift shopping experience! All opinions are my own and you can read Good Life Detroit’s disclaimer policy here. If you’re looking for last-minute holiday gift ideas, then Great Lakes Crossing …
Four Free Holiday Event Ideas in Metro Detroit
Today on the blog, I’m sharing four free family events happening for the holidays. Plus, our photos from the Big, Bright Light Show in Downtown Rochester! I’ve been on the hunt for free Detroit holiday events for the family to enjoy. Last night, we took the kids to see the Big, Bright Light Show in …
Our Christmas Photos with Santa George at Great Lakes Crossing Outlets
Today’s post is sponsored by Great Lakes Crossing Outlets and Twelve Oaks Mall. I am excited to share with you our visit with Santa George at the Great Lakes Crossing Outlets in Auburn Hills, Michigan. Keep reading for more details on how to make a reservation at the Twelve Oaks Mall in Novi, Michigan! I …
Four Ways You Can Help the Detroit Goodfellows Give Holiday Packages to Families and Children
Happy December, friends! If you’re looking for a way to give back this holiday season, the Detroit Goodfellows organization is still in need of financial support to help bring Christmas to children in the Detroit and metro area. Each year during the holiday season, the 106-year-old charity helps Detroit families and children who are in …
Book Your Reservation Now for Holiday Pictures with Santa George!
Happy Holidays, friends! If you’re looking for a Santa Claus mall visit in Metro Detroit, then search no further. I’ve got all of the details you need for booking your reservation with Santa George at Great Lakes Crossing Outlets and Twelve Oaks Mall. Today’s post is sponsored by Great Lakes Crossing Outlets and Twelve Oaks …
Happy December!
How do you entertain yourself when you’ve got a few hours alone during the holidays? A good read? A movie? A Hulu binge? When I have a few hours to myself, I love to watch classic Disney Christmas movies like Mickey’s Christmas Carol and other Christmas cartoons from my childhood. I remember when I was a …