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Published October 23, 2018

Extend your garden season into the fall with different species

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — The Shelby Gardeners Club hosted a presentation, “The Late Show,” on the topic of how to extend your garden into the fall with different types of species Oct. 11 at the Burgess-Shadbush Nature Center, 4101 River Bends Drive in Shelby Township.

Published October 17, 2018

Set the stage to sell your home

METRO DETROIT — Ditch that dish rack and put away the family photos before you show your home to sell, a number of local experts agree.

Published October 10, 2018

Bringing Halloween to the home

METRO DETROIT — Whether throwing a classy Halloween dinner party or transforming your garage into a haunted attraction, local experts have ideas to enhance any vision.

Published October 3, 2018

Protect the ones you love from the day they’re born

METRO DETROIT — It may seem like the list of must-haves for baby is already long, but local health experts say there’s something that shouldn’t be neglected when parents bring home a baby: safety.

Published September 26, 2018

Check for potential problems and head off large water bills

METRO DETROIT — Leak-proofing a home is generally not something gnawing at homeowners’ minds — until something happens, like an unexpectedly large water bill.

Published September 18, 2018

Fall into a new home this season

METRO DETROIT — While many think that spring is the best time to start shopping for a home, local real estate agents say that better deals can be found in the fall, with less stress.

Published September 12, 2018

Designers mix vintage, modern in historic Detroit mansion

DETROIT — From hand-carved woodwork and moldings to a built-in pipe organ, the Charles T. Fisher Mansion in Detroit’s Boston Edison District is an example of the gracious homes once occupied by the city’s auto barons.

Published September 5, 2018

Oversized florals, gem tones define fall décor

METRO DETROIT — As the dog days of summer signal the season’s last hurrah, design experts are preparing to usher in autumn with new and existing trends.

Published August 28, 2018

Flooring options abound as experts have their say on styles

METRO DETROIT — When it comes to flooring options — carpet, wood, vinyl tiles and more — there are endless styles and suitable prices to match.

Published August 21, 2018

Create the best study space for a new semester

METRO DETROIT — Attending college may be one of the most stressful things a person does in their lifetime.

Published August 15, 2018

Interior designer transforms living spaces with comfy flair, wins award

METRO DETROIT — When Farmington Hills resident Linda Darwish’s large family room was not living up to its full potential, she called Veronica Simmons, of Simmons + Co. Design, to transform her space anew.

Published August 7, 2018

Professionals can make painting easy, but homeowners can tackle the job too

METRO DETROIT — "Anybody can paint.”

Published July 31, 2018

Keep guests satiated and safe with summer outdoor food prep tips

METRO DETROIT — When hosting barbecues and get-togethers, your guests at outdoor parties want the delicious summer eats — just hold the food poisoning.

Published July 24, 2018

Landscaping can improve your home, and perhaps your resale value

METRO DETROIT — Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, especially when it comes to home aesthetics.

Published July 17, 2018

Choosing energy-efficient options can lead to a cheaper and cooler summer

METRO DETROIT — As temperatures began to soar last month, with certain days reaching the upper 90s, some residents might be wondering what they can do to combat rising energy costs and stay cool while doing it.

Many expectant parents are choosing a more simplistic look for their new baby’s nursery. Picking out paint colors and the right accessories is usually a fun task for new parents.

Published July 10, 2018

Making room for baby with paint and accessories

METRO DETROIT — For parents-to-be or for moms and dads whose families are expanding, there is so much to do before the baby arrives, and that includes decorating and painting the nursery.

Published July 3, 2018

Experts offer tips to protect homes during vacation

METRO DETROIT — Taking proper safety precautions should be a high priority to avoid returning home to a burglarized or damaged home.

Published June 26, 2018

Take steps to protect your pets from heat, anxiety this summer

METRO DETROIT — With a few days having hit highs in the mid-90s before the official start of summer, it’s important to remember that humans aren’t the only ones who feel the effects of the heat — pets do too.

Published June 19, 2018

Housing market could even out in the summer months

METRO DETROIT — If you were hoping to get a house in metro Detroit this spring, you may have had to come to the table with contingencies to make your offer rise above all the others that the seller was receiving.

Published June 12, 2018

There are options aplenty for homeowners looking to install a pool

METRO DETROIT — The sun is out, the kids are out of school and everyone is restless inside. Why not head out to the backyard for a dip in the pool?

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Upcoming Events

Oct

18

Harrison Township

Story time at Waterfront Park

11 a.m.

Waterfront Park

Oct

18

Huntington Woods

Art exhibit at Woods Gallery

12 a.m.-11:59 p.m.

Woods Gallery

Oct

18

Ferndale

'Puffs' at Ringwald Theatre

8 p.m.

Ringwald Theatre (inside Affirmations LGBTQ+ Community Center)

Oct

18

Medicare plan reviews

12 a.m.-11:59 p.m.

Area Agency on Aging 1-B

Oct

18

Harrison Township

BOGO used books sale

10 a.m.-6 p.m.

Harrison Township Public Library

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