Gosh, this was a blast from the past. Couldn't go to East Lansing without stopping by Potter's…read morePark. I used to take my two oldest children here frequently. It's a great little Zoological Park! It's accredited by the AZA and offers amenities like stroller rentals, a quiet room. The hours depend on the time of year and admission cost is based on if you live in the county or not. They do offer discounts for senior citizens and military personnel. They maintain over 300 animals with popular exhibits like penguins, lions, and giant anteaters. They provide wheelchairs, strollers, and wagons for rent, plus a quiet room and sensory-friendly bags. This zoo is one of Michigan's oldest continuously operated zoos, with a history dating back over 100 years. My husband and I found it very enjoyable.

I was pleasantly surprised at Potter Park Zoo - for some reason I thought it would be small and not…read moreas interesting, but I was wrong. Nate and I met with some friends at this zoo recently and got to take advantage of our reciprocal John Ball Zoo membership to get in free. Parking is $7 per car for non-residents. The zoo is larger than I expected, with plenty of very active animals despite the heat. My favorite animals were the Pallas's cat, the black rhino, and the binturong. We walked around for a couple of hours and enjoyed the plentiful shade, and relatively flat paths (way fewer hills than our zoo). It was fun seeing some animals that I'd never seen before! This zoo is open year-round, which is really nice. If I lived in the area I'd probably get a membership. As a visitor, I don't think I'd need to go back again soon, but I'm glad we got to check it out.

LASER tag as part of our office Christmas party was a huge hit. You guys did amazing, I was…read moreenthralled with the quality of equipment and weapons systems. it was maybe the best LASER tag experience I have had. I was worried that being a mobile setup it would not be as good, but you guys really came through! The realistic squad setup and weapons systems available were fantastic, I love that you could arm your team like am actual rifle squad with M4, SAW, and tactical shotgun simulators. Games selections and working with the facilities that we had available was also a nice bonus.

From the owner: Kombat Tag is outdoor laser tag and archery battles that bring family and friends together in…read moreactive play. When it comes to TAG...we're IT!

Bummer that I had to listen to someone vacuuming when I was trying to watch my kids play.read more

This is a costly experience with arbitrary rules for 'safety reasons'. Exposed hard edges,…read moreuninflated stepping stools with masking tape on the sides in the Ninja area are likely to cause an injury. Their extensive waiver won't protect them from a poorly maintained facility. They refuse to allow comparable grip socks; another money grab, misrepresenting the actual cost to participate. The bathrooms were clean, but boy's restroom had broken soap dispensers.

They have 2 pickleball courts. The schedule is not retiree friendly:…read moreMonday: 11am-3pm. Tuesday and Thursday: 9am-3pm. Wednesday: 11am-2pm. Friday:11am-2pm.

The problem is that lap swimming is by appointment only. This is wrong on so many levels, the worst…read moreof which it is ableist. Many of us with mobility issues need to spend more time in the pool than what is allotted to get a healthy benefit. Appointments should never be imposed I a taxpayer-funded pool. Policies should not be made from selfishness. As our population grows and grows older, those who now find appointment policies to be a boone may find themselves unable to secure their only means of working out.

We love this gym and the employees. The owner KiKi took out extra time to work with my mildly…read moreautistic son whem we started. I see she steps in where ever needed. There is not just the instructor but additional helpers, which is important at the three year old age range my son is in. They are rewarded with time in the ball pit. Yes there is a ball pit at this location. If you are in the area or passing through, stop into their open gym playtime to get some of your kids energy needs met.

From the owner: Explore a variety of gymnastics programs With over 350…read morestudents enrolled in our classes, we're sure to have a program that will keep your little one happy. Our gym offers: Ninja classes: Let your little boy experience the joy of gymnastics. Gymnastics classes for all ages: We even offer preschool gymnastics classes. Birthday parties: Throw a gymnastics birthday party your little one won't forget. Open gym hours: Your child can run, jump and play all around the gym Monday - Friday from 10am - 12pm. You'll find many opportunities for your child to have fun at Kiki's Gymnastics. If you're not sure which class is right for your child, ask about our free trial classes for any age and skill level.

I kind of dig REO Town. It's not Old Town, but I like that's it's not trying to be either. It has…read moreits own vibe. Just a quick skip across I-496 from downtown Lansing, the shops, salons, and eateries offer a small town feel as there's just enough walkability/bike access. However, it has plenty of edgy eclectic charm to balance the adjacent park and garden spaces making it an attractive location for many festivals. The anchors of the area include GM's Grand River Assembly Plant. the Board of Water & Light that occupies a former train depot, and several visual and performing arts hubs. The area has seen good BBQ, coffee, craft beer, New American, breakfast, and pizza but longevity continues to be a challenge. Even this month's review, REO Town Clubhouse, has gone through a change over the last 24 months having just been Ellison's Brewing Co. which we reviewed in August of 2023. REO Town Clubhouse took over a massive footprint on S. Washington and benefits from the previous facility upgrade work turning the warehouse into a brewhouse. The transition to the Clubhouse has been nothing short of extraordinary with modern lighting, seating, and décor in abundance. Marketed as an Italian restaurant, pizza shop, event space, and pool hall, REO Town Clubhouse aims to have a lasting place in the area and serve as a new anchor for entertainment. Walking in and you will be immediately taken aback by the sheer vastness. To the left, you'll find the upstairs event space, which is spacious and lovely, as is the main dining room on the first floor. To the right sits the pool hall, which is also quite large offering sharks and beginners alike enough room to run the table. In the middle sits the pizza shop with its rounded stone hearth oven shrouded in beautiful teal tile. What's Uneven? The brunch menu is intriguing, offering many traditional American breakfast items and others with a more Italian flare. I arrived around 11 on a Sunday morning with my much better half and the littlest of my daughters, having seen the brunch service started at 9 AM on REO Town Clubhouse's own social media. We walked into a mostly empty restaurant and a service crew that seemed to be scrambling to find their sea legs as coffee had not yet been brewed and the waitstaff, while very pleasant, reminded me of a team that hadn't yet had their first cup of coffee yet either. The food was also fairly uneven. My Biscuits and Gravy ($15) was quite tasty. The gravy was creamy and savory with notes of black pepper and the biscuits were dense enough to stand up to the gravy but not sit too heavy afterwards. The golden fried potatoes were crispy, and the sausage patties were large and packed with sage flavor. My much better half enjoyed a Bloody Mary ($9) that had a Caprese skewer atop the glass. She also ordered the Sweet Crespelle Crepes ($15) that looked better than they tasted. The lemon curd overpowered the palette, and the Sugar Cured Ham ($4) is an absolute waste of protein and money. Limp and lifeless with not a single hint of sugar to be found nor a streak of a sear on the meat itself. What's Better I met a mentor/friend/colleague for lunch and had a much better experience. We both ordered the Lunch Pasta Combo. The Caesar salads were fresh and plentiful, especially to be part of lunch combos. I had the Spaghetti and Meatballs ($14) and though the crushed tomatoes will never be my favorite, the meatballs were large and packed with layers of garlic, herbs, and parmesan cheese. The pasta was a bit overcooked, but the dish overall was solid. My companion ordered the Chicken Alfredo ($16) and said it was one of the best she'd ever had. Thick and creamy alfredo sauce was a yummy revelation. The chicken was more well done than I typically care for but spot on for her. She wanted me to be sure to relay that she would return at least 17 times. Best Bite The Fried Shrimp ($16) with a Calabrian pepper sauce were very good. The breading on the shrimp had been fried hard enough to withstand the oil and butter-based bath in which they rested. The sauce was tasty and perfectly spicy for lunch.

My partner and I went to REO Town Clubhouse for 517 Restaurant Week and had a great sandwich! We'll…read moredefinitely be going back to check out more of their offerings and hopefully to play a little pool. Service was quick and friendly. Inferior is really cool. Will update this review once I've had more chances to visit the Clubhouse. Give them a try!

I attended the Frozen-themed party at the Williamston Sun Theater with my grand-daughters and was…read moreleft with the impression that this organization is Not-Ready-For-Primetime. While the event was fun with a lot of energy from the mom's and little dressed-up princesses, the logistics of the event were awful. Hand held microphones did not work so only the first 10 rows of the sold out theater could hear the banter from Elsa & Anna. The subsequent directions to queue up for pictures and face-painting could not be heard either so the audience stood in lines for the next hour. The upside ... concession prices were kid-friendly, but the lack of organization for this event left me with a chill. :(

The 2s room at PCP is excellent. The teachers are wonderful. They're patient, loving, creative…read moreand fun. We had an excellent experience and highly recommend the program.

People's Church Preschool offers a comfortable, nurturing, child-centered environment in which…read morechildren can learn, explore, play, and build relationships. As a parent, I feel such a sense of peace when dropping my daughter off and a sense of excitement about picking her up and learning about her experience for the day. The emphasis on nature, communication with parents, kid friendly outings, and education through play is unique and valuable. I would highly recommend this program.