Stay tuned for local and community events that are happening near you.
The first Thanksgiving was celebrated in 1621 over a three-day harvest festival.
Abrham Lincoln proclaimed Thanksgiving a national holiday on October 3, 1863.
There are four towns in the United States named “Turkey”. They can be found in Arizona, Texas, Louisiana, and North Carolina.
The tradition of football on Thanksgiving began in 1876 with a game between Yale and Princeton. The first NFL games were played on Thanksgiving in 1920.
This 158 acre park earned honors for the country’s top sculpture park featuring world class sculptures, children’s gardens, tropical conservatory, and artist collections.
Silver Lake State Park in Mears, MI offers 450 acres of dunes for riding your own ORV or a rental. Open through October 31st.
Experience entertainment including plays, national theater acts, concerts, sports, museums, exceptional restaurants (from BBS to fine dining) and a Children’s Zoo. All in Saginaw and Saginaw County (Frankenmuth and Birch Run are close by).
A Three-Hour Tour. Again, in Saginaw. But who knew it! Visit part of the largest watershed in the state. Go by yourself or maybe with a group (up to 10).
Yep, again, in Saginaw. Visit the Saginaw Valley Rail Trail for an 11 mile ride on a 12 foot wide paved rail trail that runs from Saginaw to St. Charles. Bike through natural areas and cross over 7 restored railroad bridges over creeks, rivers and wetlands.
Make plans. October 7th in Caseville is Patio Pour Brewfest. A Dog O Weenie Costume Contest with pups is October 22nd. The Witches Walk takes place on October 28th (a witch’s ball will be held at Thumb Brewery from 6:30 -10:00 pm. Holly Berry Weekend, a town holiday shopping event, is November 4 – 5. Thumb Brewery for craft brews is open 6 days a week – closes in November and reopens in February.
Discover Manistee, a 154-year-old port city with beaches, lighthouses, tours of preserved historic mansions, a 1.5 river walk, a newly restored theatre featuring first-run flicks along with 25 cent matinees, and so much more.
Top 5 Tips for Clearing Cooking Smells from Your Apartment
So you’re planning out the meal for the night, but already dreading smelling the after cooking smells while you try to relax. You are not alone. Clearing your apartment of cooking smells can be as tough as cooking, but it doesn’t have to...
Questions to Ask on an Apartment Tour
Many legal restrictions keep a leasing manager from being entirely forthcoming about the experience of living at an apartment. However, you can use the following questions as starting places to have a conversation.
Gauge their reaction and look...
Creating a Comfortable Moving Day with Your Pet
Moving is stressful for everyone. People feel the strain of a move, but this large of a change can be even rougher on your animals.
Trying to create the best environment for your animal can make for additional stress for you. Follow our steps...
Beyond Cats and Dogs: Low Maintenance Pets for Apartment Living
Many animal lovers opt for furry friends (who often become family) in the form of cats and dogs. These four-legged pals often have vibrant personalities and comforting temperaments that make them excellent companions.
Unfortunately, many...
Must-Have Tips for First-Time Apartment Renters
So, you are getting ready to live in an apartment of your own. Congratulations, this is huge! Before you get swept away in all the excitement, make sure to keep the following tips in mind before signing a lease agreement.
Tip...
3 Things That Make A Huge Difference In Your Apartment
Is your apartment looking a little bland? There are a few easy fixes that can breathe new life into your old space! They can update your style, make the place more functional, and even lift your mood. Here are three easy tweaks to try:
Brighten a...
How Can I Brighten Up A Low Lit Apartment?
Apartment dwellers have the challenge of trying to find light fixtures that can address the need for light but can take up minimal floor space.
Choose Lampshades Carefully: Lampshades aren’t just for decorative purposes and can make a...
How Can I Get A Stronger WiFi Connection in My Apartment?
A wireless router influences the strength of your Wi-Fi connection. Most people feel helpless when they have a slow connection. You can contact a commercial Wi-Fi provider to link you to their router. However, you can take specific measures to...
Tips For Utilizing Your Apartments Space
Reinventing your apartment space improves its functionality and appearance. Here some tips for utilizing your apartment space efficiently;
Take advantage of the wall space
If your kitchen cabinets have insufficient room to store such items as...
3 Helpful Tips When Living With Roommates
There are many great reasons to live with a roommate. Whether you are saving money, building independence, or testing out the unshakable bonds of a new romantic relationship, living with someone can be very helpful. But it isn't all fun and...
Simple Storage Ideas For Your Apartments
Living in an apartment whether an old-fashioned studio or an attractive 3 bedroom always means that you have to deal with insufficient storage space. Many people end up with a tough task of finding storage solutions for all their belongings. There...
Kaftan Honored with Michigan Economic Bright Spots Award
Corp! Magazine salutes companies that thrive in economic growth, expansion and hiring Michigan’s brightest talent with its annual Bright Spots Awards. This year, Kaftan Communities was among those honored at the International Banquet Center in...
How Can I Cut Down My Apartments Utility Costs?
Do you live in an apartment that includes utility costs? Do you feel as if you are spending a lot on utility costs? Do you want to cut down your apartment utility costs? This means there are some things that you need to change. Below are some tips...
Tips To Make Your New Apartment Feel Like Home
Picture this. You've just moved into an apartment and have a blank palette to paint on. Your mind races as you brainstorm. Should you paint? Where do you want to hang your favorite picture of your dog? Where should the family pictures go? You...
How To Find The Best Apartment For You
Moving into a new apartment is an extremely exciting next step in your life! When you’re not ready to commit to the large investment of a home or simply need to downsize, an apartment is the perfect option. However, with so many different...
Royal Oak apartment complex renovated for Millennial appeal
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The Southfield-based...
Metro Detroit’s Best and Brightest Companies to Work For
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Met 13 - Royal Oak apartments rehabbed into "upscale urban flats"
A 1950's-era apartment building near Beaumont Hospital in Royal Oak has been rehabbed into what the developer describes as "upscale urban flats."
Metropolitan 13, or Met13, is located at 4000 W. 13 Mile Road. The 40-unit project...
Apartment complex sells for $25 million, will be renamed Gables of Troy
A 544-unit apartment complex in Troy has sold to Southfield-based Kaftan Communities for $25 million.
The company will rebrand the Eagles Landing of Troy apartments as the Gables of Troy starting Thursday, said President Jeffrey...
