Entertainment

Summertime Notes

Mark your calendars for family-friendly outdoor fun — from bands to bee watching — in West Bloomfield. Article by Lynne Konstantin Whether you’re fans of family-friendly outdoor musical stylings or prefer an activity to do together, WB Parks has you covered this July and August. Kick up your heels or settle in for live entertainment (with snacks, of course) or break out the hiking shoes — there’s something for everyone. For more, visit wbparks.org. Marshbank Music Series: July 9, 16, 23...

Sports + Recreation

Big Fun, Close to Home

Check off your family adventure bucket list with these local thrills, all within an hour of West Bloomfield. Article by Susan Thwing Looking for unforgettable family outings that spark curiosity, courage and connection? Metro Detroit is full of adventures that require nothing more than a tank of gas and a little bit of spirit. Here are a few family-friendly activities that you can get to in under an hour — and will remember forever. SADDLE UP: SEE A HORSE SHOW Whether you’re horse-crazy or...

Professional Services

A Different Kind of Game

A former pro-golfer uses the game to build business. Article by Todd Haight | Photography by Darrel Ellis Bob Krause might seem like a golf pro who never left the course — but he’s actually more than that. As Business Development Advisor for Trion Solutions, Krause has turned his passion for golf into a powerful tool for business development and relationship building. His story is not just about fairways and birdies — it’s a lesson in connection, trust and the simple magic of spending a few...

Arts + Culture

Paradise Found

Travel writer Cindy Stewart explores the natural beauty of the Galapagos Islands. Article and Photography by Cindy Stewart Yes, I’ve always had a bucket list of places where I wanted to travel — Alaska, Hawaii, Caribbean Islands and Italy.  And yes, over the years I have been fortunate enough to visit them all, plus many more spectacular destinations. I am also certain that there are cities and countries I never thought about visiting or places I know nothing about.  So when the opportunity...