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'Cinnamon Challenge' Dare Seriously Injuring Teens

04/29/13

'Cinnamon Challenge' Dare Seriously Injuring Teens

Scores of teenagers took the risk and wound up in a hospital emergency room last year. Doctors and poison control warn parents about the dangerous fad.

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Family Alternatives to Watching TV for Screen Free Week (or Whenever)

04/29/13

Family Alternatives to Watching TV for Screen Free Week (or Whenever)

Whether it's during the April holiday or any time of year, bust out the books, get outside or pop in the kitchen. Here are fun ideas for parents and kids.

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Michigan International Women's Show in Novi

04/29/13

Michigan International Women's Show in Novi

This 18th annual event brings exhibitors, famous faces and more to the Suburban Collection Showplace, May 2-5, 2013.

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Sacred Chant Concert and Workshop at Seaholm High School in Birmingham

04/29/13

Sacred Chant Concert and Workshop at Seaholm High School in Birmingham

Snatam Kaur performs a special concert for Mother's Day, followed by a yoga workshop, at this Oakland County school, May 12-13, 2013.

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Tortilla Cup Salad Recipe by Grosse Pointe Kid Wins Award

04/29/13

Tortilla Cup Salad Recipe by Grosse Pointe Kid Wins Award

Fourth grader Imran Mihas made a yummy, healthy creation that won him a top prize in his school district as part of its first-time Sodexo Future Chefs contest.

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Washtenaw Wanderers Walking Club Fairy Door Walk in Ann Arbor

04/29/13

Washtenaw Wanderers Walking Club Fairy Door Walk in Ann Arbor

Bring the kids to downtown Ann Arbor for a 5K or 10K walk, May 5, 2013, to see Urban Fairy Doors, Dragons and Trolls.

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Metro Parent Top Teacher Awards 2013

04/29/13

Metro Parent Top Teacher Awards 2013

It's our annual tribute to five outstanding educators in metro Detroit. See how they bring Spanish, math, the library, compassion and kindergarten to life.

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Meet Hannah, Metro Parent May 2013 CoverKid – VIDEO

04/29/13

Meet Hannah, Metro Parent May 2013 CoverKid – VIDEO

Cute and charming? You bet. This 5-year-old from St. Clair Shores chats about Mother's Day, Jet Skis and even tells a pretty funny joke in our Q&A.

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10 Classic Parenting Tips That Stand the Test of Time

04/29/13

10 Classic Parenting Tips That Stand the Test of Time

Set aside the tech and experts. We've boiled things down to some core advice for mom and dads that includes lots of love – and room to be human.

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Parenting Skills Brush-Up Advice: Six Simple Steps to Start

04/29/13

Parenting Skills Brush-Up Advice: Six Simple Steps to Start

Feeling rusty? Even great parents need a little recalibration. Get insight from a lead Parent Coaching Institute instructor to help any mom or dad get back on track.

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