Spring is the season of growth and renewal. As nature stirs back to life, dormant plants begin to grow again. Seedlings start sprouting and taking root. Hibernating animals wake from their winter slumbers. If you're anything like me, spring is the time of year when you take your family outdoors to enjoy the warmer weather and longer days. And what better way to spend quality time with those you love than by taking part in some fun activities together? Here are some great ideas to celebrate the spring at Liv Multifamily and in the surrounding areas.
Channel Your Imagination in Crafts
Spring is the time of year when flowers start to bloom and trees begin to sprout new leaves. Incorporate some fun spring themes into your art projects with these craft ideas:
Sensory Play
Make springtime sensory activities with your kids using dyed and dried pasta to create a butterfly lifecycle sensory bin, or make lavender slime that has a calming smell. Homemade playdough is always a hit, too.
Create Crafts Inspired by Nature
Expose your children to art in nature by having them collect and press flowers to make beautiful suncatchers. Using clay, rocks, sticks, and plants, create a house for the fairies. Crafting with flowers is a delightful way to spend an afternoon, whether you're making a crown or a bracelet.
Learn While Having Fun
Celebrate spring and learn something new with these easy and fun science experiments. You can make color-changing flowers that will delight everyone. Did you know that plants breathe too? In order to see how this works, try submerging a leaf in water. If you have any Easter Peeps lying around, see what liquid dissolves them the quickest.
Join Art Classes
Why not take your kids to some fun arts and crafts classes this spring? You can find many options, from painting and pottery to jewelry-making. If you're looking for something closer to home, the weekly Kids Club at Liv always has a variety of activities, including arts and crafts projects.
Enjoy Spending Time Outdoors
With the return of spring comes warmer weather, making it the perfect time to spend more time outdoors. Not only does being outdoors improve your mood, but you'll also get a healthy dose of Vitamin D from all that sunshine. Just don't forget sunscreen and water!
Fun on the Playground
Kids always have a blast at the playground, with slides, climbing bars, swings, and more. At Liv, an on-site playground means parents don't even have to leave home to provide their children with excitement and enjoyment.
Spring is the Season for Gardening
Though it may be difficult to garden in an apartment, Liv communities feature a community garden for residents to use. In the community garden, you can spend time with your family, absorb some vitamin D from the sun, and chat with your neighbors - all while growing flowers, fruits, or vegetables.
The Perfect Time for a Scavenger Hunt
Going on a nature walk? Make it more fun by turning it into a scavenger hunt or game of bingo. Your kids will love finding all the different items on the list, and you'll love getting some quality time outdoors. It's important for children to explore and discover the world around them, and what better way to do so than through some friendly competition?
Take Your Family to Have a Picnic
Make the most of your time outdoors by having a picnic! You can either prepare food ahead of time or make something fresh using Liv’s outdoor community kitchen. Not only will you enjoy a delicious meal, but you’ll also save on energy costs since you won’t have to cool your apartment down after heating it up with the oven.
Enjoy the Activities in the Area
Looking for things to do with the family this spring? Check out local activities.
Don't Miss the Museums and Attractions
Make some memories and learn something new by visiting one of Michigan’s many museums and attractions. Some of the regional favorites are Sandcastles Children's Museum, Ludington Pier, and the Ludington Area Center for the Arts.
Visit the Farmers Markets for the Freshest Seasonal Products
Seasonal markets give residents a chance to buy items that are farm-fresh and handmade from nearby artisans. These vendors also sell food staples and there is usually live music at these events.
Find Adventure in Our National Parks
There are plenty of national and state parks to explore in Michigan. Take a hike and see how beautiful Michigan can be! Some of the most scenic parks you can visit are Ludington State Park, Stearns Park, or Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. No matter which parks you choose to explore, ensure that you bring your camera and comfortable shoes for walking.
Liv Brings the Joy of Spring Close to Home
There are so many amazing spring activities to do with kids that you won't know what to do first! Our Liv communities are conveniently located near some of Michigan's best attractions, like museums, parks, restaurants, and more. Or if you'd rather stay close to home, we have an outdoor kitchen, playgrounds, pools, and a full calendar of events for residents to enjoy.
With spring just around the corner, there's no better time to get outside and enjoy all that nature has to offer. Here are a few things you can do at Liv this season. And if you have any other great ideas, we'd love to hear them!
