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8 Reasons Houghton Belongs on Your Family Summer-Getaway List
Read more…: 8 Reasons Houghton Belongs on Your Family Summer-Getaway ListMichigan Tech, waterfalls, copper mining history, Lake Superior beaches and long northern days make Houghton an unforgettable home base for a family summer adventure in the Keweenaw.
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8 Reasons East Lansing Belongs on Your Family Spring-Getaway List
Read more…: 8 Reasons East Lansing Belongs on Your Family Spring-Getaway ListGardens in bloom, Michigan State’s sprawling campus, family events, art, baseball and warmer days make East Lansing an easy choice for a Michigan spring family getaway.
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8 Reasons Marquette Belongs on Your Family Winter-Getaway List
Read more…: 8 Reasons Marquette Belongs on Your Family Winter-Getaway ListLake Superior, serious snowfall, skiing, snowshoeing, NMU hockey and some of the Upper Peninsula’s best-loved winter traditions make Marquette an unforgettable family winter getaway.
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8 Reasons Ann Arbor Belongs on Your Family Fall-Break List
Read more…: 8 Reasons Ann Arbor Belongs on Your Family Fall-Break ListCider donuts, football weekends, brilliant campus color, orchards, farmers markets, bookstores, and cozy downtown stops make Ann Arbor an easy choice for a Michigan family fall-break getaway.
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RoosRoast Coffee: A Cup of Ann Arbor Personality
Read more…: RoosRoast Coffee: A Cup of Ann Arbor PersonalityHouse-roasted coffee, colorful surroundings, breakfast favorites, and plenty of local personality make RoosRoast Coffee an easy family stop while exploring downtown Ann Arbor.
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Literati Bookstore: A Book-Lover’s Destination in Ann Arbor
Read more…: Literati Bookstore: A Book-Lover’s Destination in Ann ArborWith three floors of books, handwritten staff recommendations, a public typewriter, and special events for young readers, Literati Bookstore has become a destination of its own in downtown Ann Arbor.
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Steffy McCourt is a Michigan-based travel writer, English teacher, mom of three, and explorer of the Great Lakes State. She shares practical tips and family-friendly ideas for unforgettable Michigan adventures. Steffy is associate editor of LA Family Travel and a freelance writer and photographer whose work has appeared in Midwest Living, We Are Teachers, USA Today 10Best, Metro Parent, Chicago Parent, Indy’s Child, and Southwest Ohio Parent. She is a member of NATJA and SATW and holds a BA in English from Indiana University and an MS in Educational Leadership from Butler University.
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Elise McNulty, LMSW, is a licensed clinical social worker, therapist, mom, and native Michigander. She is the co-owner of Root & Branch Wellness Collaborative, a therapy practice where she specializes in supporting adults — especially moms — navigating the complex challenges of modern family life from pregnancy and beyond.
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Andrea Melaragni can be found reading anything and everything—from psychological thrillers to romantic comedies. She has spent the last twenty years as a middle school educator, a role that continues to provide opportunities for her to share her love of reading and writing. Andrea holds a B.S. in Education and an M.A. in Reading and Literacy K-12 from Central Michigan University. She resides in Plymouth, Michigan, with her husband and two children.
