Birdwatching for Beginners

Are your kids interested in learning about Mother Nature's Feathered Friends? Children 8 and older and Adults can experience a free Birdwatching for Beginners program on March 7 at 10:00 a.m. at County Farm Park, (Field Operations Bldg.)

The first hour of this free activity will include informative educational slides and discussion on how to identify birds using field marks, tor by their habitat, behavior, and songs. The second hour of the program will be spent outside practicing bird-watching skills. Please bring binoculars and field guide if you can. Naturalist, Faye Stoner will lead this hike.

Full Moon Hike with Washtenaw County Parks & Recreation

On March 5, 6:30-7:30 p.m. at County Farm Park (Medford Lot), families can explore the surrounding woods, fields, sky and snow as the last full moon of winter rises. Dress for the weather (and in suitably celebratory celestial attire) for this free event. At the end of the hike, hot drinks will be served by the campfire at 7:30 p.m..

This wonderful program is appropriate for the entire family, including children in strollers. Please pre-register with Shawn Severance at severances@ewashtenaw.org or call 734- 971-6337 x 335.

Kids Birthday Parties at Peachy Fitness

Kids need to relax and stretch their legs. Yes music, art and theater parties are good for kids, but sometimes kids just need to work out the willies.  This is especially true when the kids are cooped up indoors! Peachy Fitness (2385 S Huron Pkwy Ann Arbor, MI 48104) has the solution to your kids birthday party needs - Why not host a Zumba or Yoga party for your child?

Peachy Fitness kids birthday parties feature Zumba, Yoga, Sing Along, Bollywood & Crafts that are sure to inspire. Up to 15 kids can experience an unforgettable birthday party with no fuss or mess for mom and dad. Book one of two custom kids birthday party options for a truly customized event.

Peachy Fitness Kid’s Birthday Party Package: 90 minutes
ages 3-5 years
15 children (birthday child is free, it’s their birthday after all)
COST: $249.00 ~ $10 for additional children
A 45 minutes class
30 minutes of socializing after the party

Peachy Fitness Kids Birthday Parties include birthday decorations, party attendant, setup & clean up with exclusive use of their beautiful studio which includes use of party room and parent’s lounge with free Wi-Fi. This is a great Birthday party option for Ann  Arbor parents!

All-Ages Mario Kart Tournament

The Ann Arbor District Library (Downtown branch - 4th floor meeting room) is hosting a Mario Kart Tournament for all ages on Sunday March 1. This free event starts at 1:00 p.m. and last until 4:00 p.m. Think you and your kids have what it takes to compete in this Mario Kart 8 Tourney? Stop in to find out!

Bring the family for an afternoon of fun!

Castaway Bay Discount to Chase Away the Winter Blues!

Hello Ann Arbor Mom families. I mentioned a week or so ago that I had the opportunity to get away to 82-degrees and now you can too. With the way the weather has been going we all need a break, and now families can enjoy a special Castaway Bay discount just for you.

The package while we visited included our room, waterpark passes and a breakfast buffet package. As a Cedar Point Blogger, I am now able to offer you this limited time opportunity for just $149. To receive this special rate, simply use promo code BLOG at castawaybay.com or by calling 419.627.2106.

 But hurry the deal won't last long ~ Everyone deserves a break, why not take one this weekend?