Finding kid-friendly things to do can be a challenge. Thankfully, Michigan has an array of activities and attractions that are perfect for even the littlest humans. Below are a dozen of our favorites, including several things that are free or very inexpensive. Go forth and explore! Pick blueberries at Adams Blueberry Farm (Hartford) Take…
With so much to do in a very specific amount of time, moving out of your apartment can be stressful. To make your move as painless as possible, we’ve made a list of everything you need to accomplish before you hand in those keys. Have a look: 1-2 Months Before Move Confirm your moving date…
Shopping at farmers markets is a great way to stock up on seasonal produce that’s minimally processed, as well as meats, cheeses and eggs that are raised without hormones and antibiotics. Plus, you get to meet the people who grow your food, and support small family farms that struggle to compete against large agribusiness. Make…
Whether you’re into swimming, sailing or sunning yourself on the beach, a lake trip is the perfect summer getaway for Michiganders. Our state is loaded with lakes! The closest ones to Paragon properties are Lake St. Clair and Lake Erie. Our properties are also near several beautiful Metroparks with lakes, where visitors can enjoy a variety of recreational…
With spring just days away, there’s no better time to deep clean your bathroom! To help, we’ve compiled a list of six natural cleaning recipes that will get it spic and span— minus the harsh fumes that come with traditional cleaning products. Bathtub Scrubber 1 grapefruit halved enough kosher salt to coat grapefruit Use the salt-topped grapefruit…
PREFERRED EMPLOYER PROGRAM With big companies like Nike, Lear Corporation and Amazon opening new locations in Detroit, lots of people are looking for a new home in our area. That’s why Paragon Properties is proud to offer exclusive discounts to those working in the City of Detroit! Through our Preferred Employer Program, you’ll receive half…
As we now head off into the 2015 Winter Holiday Season, it’s not too early to start practicing those Random Acts of Kindness that you might enjoy practicing all-year-round. If you need a jumpstart on ideas, you can go to: https://www.randomactsofkindness.org/kindness-ideas One of the kindest things you can do is be inspiring to others,…
Keep Your Communities, Neighborhoods and Loved-Ones Safe with these Halloween Safety Tips Walk Safely Cross the street at corners, using traffic signals and crosswalks. Look left, right and left again when crossing and keep looking as you cross. Put electronic devices down and keep heads up and walk, don’t run, across the street. Teach children…
Already identified by it’s iconic farm-themed mural, one of my favorite places to visit, Detroit’s Eastern Market, this past September, held an awesome event, “Murals in the Market.” 45 world-class local and international artists were invited to paint murals throughout Eastern Market. And they did not disappoint. The event was held over 9 days, with lots…
I’ve been going to the Eastern Market since I was a young girl, tagging along with my mom. It was quite different from the Eastern Market that we see today, but only in the aspect of how it looked. The energy hasn’t changed. There was something magical about Eastern Market then, that you can still…