Autumn Bird Walk

On Sunday, Oct. 18 9:00-11:00 am, families can enjoy the sights and sounds of many of Michigan's birds during the Woods, Water and Wetlands  Autumn Morning Bird Walk at Independence Lake (  3200 Jennings Rd, Whitmore Lake). Interested families should plan to meet at the Blue Heron Bay parking lot shortly before 9:00. Plan to look for resident and migrating birds in a variety of habitats.

This free event is perfect for beginning birders and all are welcome. Please bring binoculars and bird book if you can.  A few binoculars will be on hand for sharing.

Naturalist Faye Stoner will lead this walk!

Fall Toddler Hike at County Farm Park

Fall is the best time of the year to take the family for a hike. The youngest members of the families should not be denied the opportunity either. On Thursday, Oct. 15 at 10:00 a.m., take your little ones on a guided hike with naturalist Shawn Severance at County Farm Park. This is a perfect activity for families with children ages 1–5 years old. Meet at the Medford Road Entrance to take a walk through the woods and fields to experience the sounds, scents and tastes of the changing season.  The "hike" travels along mostly paved surfaces too, so this is a good event for those with strollers too.

Although this is a free event, please pre-register at parks.ewashtenaw.org and select “Nature and History Programs” under “Activities”.

LEGOLAND Discovery Center Groundbreaking

Yesterday at Great Lakes Crossing was the groundbreaking ceremony for the LEGOLAND Discovery Center Michigan. While you can't get in on the action just yet, you will be able to help determine which Michigan buildings/landmarks should be constructed with LEGO bricks to be featured at the attraction through a Facebook vote. In fact, the LEGOLAND Discovery Center Michigan Facebook page will have many great contests while you wait for the grand opening!

As a Parent Brand Supporter I will bringing you lot of news, many great opportunities, and perhaps a give-away too, so stay tuned to the Ann Arbor Mom Facebook page as well as on the blog!

Alvin & The Chipmunks Live on Stage! [Ticket Give-Away]

Win tickets to see Alvin and The Chipmunks Live On Stage
when they come to Detroit October 30!

Twentieth Century Fox announced today that Alvin and The Chipmunks will be live on stage with a brand new, music-filled interactive show coming to the Fox Theatre. In Detroit there will be two performances Friday, October 30 at 2:00 p.m. and 5:30 p.m.

The world’s most famous chipmunk trio – accompanied by the Chipettes – will delight fans of all ages with live performances that will feature world-class production, music, special effects and immersive interactivity to encourage audience participation. Based on the characters from the hit Twentieth Century Fox movies, the show will bring the music and excitement of a live rock concert to life as the Chipmunks perform hits by One Direction, Maroon 5, Christine Aguilera, Elvis Presley and more! Join Alvin, Simon and Theodore as they sing and dance their way across America en route to their big charity concert. From an “old school” breakdancing competition in Chicago, to a no- holds-barred food fight in New York City, and with the Chipettes along for the wild ride, Chipmunk fans from coast to coast will experience it all –LIVE on stage! For more information please visit, www.alvinlive.com.

Tickets are on sale now ($19, $25 and $40) and can be purchased at OlympiaEntertainment.com or Ticketmaster.com.

Want to win tickets to Alvin and the Chipmunks? Tell me which chipmunk (or Chipettes) is your child's favorite. A random winner will be drawn from all entries posted by midnight on September 30. Remember too, I must be able to contact the winner of the drawing!

Not Just for Kids Series at the Michigan Theater

Ann Arbor has some awesome entertainment options for live theatre, Of course as adults we know that, but did you know that the Michigan Theater has a Not Just for Kids series of events that happen throughout the year? Here is a run down of the season so that families can plan ahead.

Dog Loves Books
Sat. Oct. 3 at 1:30 p.m.
Recommended for grades K-2

Ariel, Zoey & Eli
Sat. Dec. 12 at 1:30 p.m.
For all ages!

Junie B.’s Essential Survival Guide to School
Sat. Feb. 13 at 1:30 p.m.
Recommended for grades K – 5

Alexander, Who’s Not Not Not Not Not Not Going to Move
Sun. Apr. 10 at 1:30 p.m.
Recommended for grades K – 4

Seussical
Sat. May 7 at 1:30 p.m.
Recommended for grades K – 4

The Not Just For Kids series is live musical theater presented five times a year at the Michigan Theater.  It’s a great way to introduce kids to live theater (no video screens) through the books they love.  It’s affordable entertainment too, with tickets just $10 for Michigan Theater members and $12 for non-members.

Want to check out the first show of the season? One random reader will receive a family (4) pack of tickets to the October 3 performance of Dog Loves Books just by commenting below on what theater means to your family. A winner will be chosen from all entries submitted by midnight October 1st!

Good luck!