Carla Brooks

Carla is a Lansing raised, Oregon born, photographer, runner, musician, and coffee lover. If she’s not gallivanting around her home city, Lansing, you’ll most likely find her playing the piano, singing, trying new foods, reading or watching a good story, in a craft coffee shop, or traveling throughout Michigan. Most of all, she loves spending time with her family. Carla is wife to community engagement/event planner and poet, Sareem Poems, and a mom of two awesome boys.

Belle Isle – One of Michigan’s Best Kept Secrets is an Island off Detroit Shores

Belle Isle in Detroit MI is a great day trip. Plan ahead for your next visit to this beautiful island.

Museums for All in Michigan: FREE Museum Admission for Families with an EBT Card

Museums for All provides FREE or reduced admission to 50+ museums in Michigan and over 1000 in the United States.

St Joseph Michigan: 11 Things to Do in this Charming Lake Michigan Beach Town

St Joseph Michigan is one of our favorite places. Read on for 11 reasons you should visit this beach town ASAP.

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2023 SWMI Events Commemorating Black History Month + Martin Luther King Jr. Day

MLK Day kicks off the start of Black History Month with events happening all over the state of Michigan. Read on to find out when and where in Kalamazoo.

A “Tick Explosion” is Happening in Michigan. Here’s How to Protect Your Family From Lyme Disease and Ticks

Lyme Disease is on the rise in Michigan. Here’s how to protect your kids from ticks and Lyme Disease while still exploring our beautiful state.