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Fall Color is right here in Southeast Michigan

Fall Colors draw many people out for walks and drives from Southeast Michigan. The towns and scenes from Up North call like sirens to come and travel to see the fall colors. You may not have the opportunity to get away, but you don’t have to miss out on the beauty of fall in Michigan….

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Full Day of Exploring at the Michigan History Museum in Lansing, Michigan

The Michigan History Museum in Lansing, Michigan, is so full of interesting history and exhibits that it takes most of the day to explore them all. There are a total of 5 stories! The building is a unique piece of architecture that encourages some wonder and exploration itself. Museum Details The Museum is in downtown…

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Northeast Oakland Historical Museum: Full of Treasures and History

The Northeast Oakland Historical Museum in downtown Oxford, Michigan, is an unassuming building chock full of local history for the Northeast corner of Oakland County. The museum is in the old Oxford Savings Bank building. Two floors of objects, photos, and documents are artfully arranged for visitors to peruse. Being a volunteer-run museum, they have…

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Must see Transformation from Gas Station to Metamora General Store

Metamora General Store in Metamora, Michigan, is worth the 1.3-mile side trip from M24. It was a gas station in years past, but it’s been transformed into a cozy, one-of-a-kind venue. Stop by for a sweet baked good, coffee, or afternoon pizza. While you’re there, shop for the perfect gift (for you or someone you…

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Discovering the Oxford, Michigan Public Library

A huge fish and his pals greet you as you enter the doors of Oxford Public Library in Oxford, Michigan. They glide around in a gargantuan fish tank just inside the entry.   It might seem weird, but just about everyone says hello to the fish as they enter the building. The Oxford Public Library…

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Flip, Sip, and Zip – Excitement Abounds at Oxford’s Legacy 925 Center

If you had a 200,000-square-foot defunct boat factory, what would you do with it? Legacy 925, or The Legacy Center, is Oxford, Michigan’s answer. This massive structure is an entertainment complex complete with an airpark (flip), bar and restaurant (sip), and indoor electric high-speed go-kart racing (zip). And that’s not the half of it. With…

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15 Best Things To Do In Oxford, Michigan

Oxford is one of the most charming and picturesque towns in Michigan. Nestled in the northern part of Oakland County, Oxford offers a unique blend of small-town charm with modern amenities. Oxford, Michigan, in North Oakland County One of the highlights of Oxford is its historic downtown area. The village is filled with quaint shops,…

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The Axe Social is Packed with Fun in Oxford, Michigan

The Axe Social is a hidden gem in Oxford, Michigan, that’s worth checking out. This relaxed venue is so much more than a social axe-throwing space. The atmosphere, the games, and the staff make your time spent here a night to remember.  Where is The Axe Social The Axe Social is in the Legacy 925…

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Zeros Quarter Cafe and Arcade is the Perfect 80’s Coin-op Arcade

Looking for an affordable evening reliving your 80’s arcade days (or wondering what the fuss is about?) Look no further! Mr. Zeros Quarter Cafe in Oxford, Michigan, is a perfect 80’s style game arcade – complete with the tabletop Space Invaders you may remember from a famous pizza chain. Want the quick version? Scroll to…