Wondering what to do with your day off this upcoming Memorial Day weekend? You’re in luck, Detroiters; there are plenty of fun things to do and lively places to hang out at in the Motor City. Kick off your summer in The D with a bike ride, trip to the waterpark, or, if you’re feeling ambitious, create your own adventure with this sampling of Memorial Day must-do’s:

Summer in metro Detroit is upon us. It conjures in my mind thoughts of warm weather, beautiful skies and the blue waters of the Detroit River lapping against the shore of Belle Isle. As much as it’s awesome to spend the entire summer lounging around, we know you’re also going to want to get out and see all that metro Detroit’s summer events and festivals have to offer. But, where to go?

No worries, we have you covered. Here are 10 suggestions for summer festivals to do in Detroit!

Children learning about science.

Everyone tells me to enjoy my kids while they’re young. Some days that’s easier than others. But I know they’re right.

With my oldest daughter starting kindergarten in the fall, I’m realizing that I don’t have much time before she and her two-year-old sister will be making plans of their own. Or they’ll just be plain embarrassed to be seen with me.

So, in an effort to make the most of the time I have, I’ve put together a Parental Bucket List. Things in and around The D that I — and parents like me — can do with the kids before they graduate from high school.

They’re adventures that don’t take a lot of time or money — and that’s the point. It’s all about creating memories.

With Pure Michigan Caramel Apple ice cream becoming a new household favorite, Hudsonville Ice Cream and Pure Michigan are asking fans to submit their ideas for Pure Michigan’s next official ice cream flavor.

Autopalooza returns to metro Detroit this summer with a schedule of events all of you car buffs won’t want to miss.

What is Autopalooza? It's a celebration of Southeast Michigan's automotive heritage through a series of major cruises, races, and shows during the summer. So whether you’re into vintage, modern-day muscle or simply like speed, this summer-long celebration has something to get your motor running. Here’s the lineup: