Southeast Michigan

The beautiful orange, red, and yellow leaves of fall are almost here! Find out when you should plan your color tour to make the most of the autumn splendor.

Cindi Neaves had an unofficial mentor as a child and knows the value of that relationship. She pays it forward as a mentor with Big Brothers Big Sisters.

As the National Parks System celebrates it’s centennial, it’s important for visitors to know a few rules when visiting them.

Hiking in Michigan? This comprehensive guide includes tips on what to pack, how much food and drink you’ll need and how to stay safe on the trail.

Whether you’re on the water for a short period of time or the whole day, make sure you are practicing safe practices and are aware of your surroundings.

Make a dent in the caloric damage you’ll do on Thanksgiving with one of these fun community turkey runs.

Whether you are more of a trick or a treat person, these Halloween events across Michigan are certain to be fun for the entire family.

Elizabeth Lewis runs “Detroit Mom”, a website designed to support parents. She said pressure on moms makes them question their infant feeding choices.

Detroit has been a stomping ground for some of the most influential figures in American history, including abolitionists Frederick Douglass and John Brown.

Emmele Herrold, co-owner and Executive Chef at Hazel, Ravines and Downtown in Birmingham, serves bone broth to customers daily.

Read this take on the empowering fitness options available at Royal Oak’s The Barre Code.

If you’re looking for inspiration, here are eight fun ways to ring in 2019 across Michigan.

Get into the holiday spirit by recounting the long and storied history of America’s Thanksgiving Parade.

With electric scooters popping up in cities across the country, including Detroit, we decided to scoot out of the office on a lunch break to give them a try.

Non-profit organization Bees in the D has made it their mission to increase the population of honeybees in the region and their efforts are working. In two years, the group has introduced more than six million bees to southeast Michigan.

There is something about “unplugging” from busy day-to-day lives and then recharging in the Michigan backcountry.

Check out these new or newly renovated public spaces in Michigan to get you in a healthy mindset for spring.

The Detroit Tigers stadium is full of surprisingly healthy fare–you just have to know where to look.

Ice climbing is a great way to get outdoors, be active and enjoy some of the most beautiful scenery a Michigan winter can offer.

Michigan is beautiful, but beach season is short. If you’re craving warmth and water, you’re only a road trip away from one of these indoor water parks.

Have you heard of Row-Ga? Turns out the class combining rowing and yoga makes for a well-rounded workout you should try!

Simultaneous premiers of Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle will take place on Tuesday, Dec. 19 in Ann Arbor and Grand Rapids. Money raised will benefit Hospice of Michigan and Arbor Hospice Pediatric Care.

Try these Michigan themed crafts to bring the beauty of the fall season into your home!

Looking to up your Halloween game? Check out these real-life haunted destinations.

Michigan offers many unique excursions during the fall and Halloween season. Try one of these suggestions!

Looking for a weekend getaway? Experience German culture and much more by planning a trip to Frankenmuth.

Eating fresh, local ingredients is important for a healthy diet. Find out how Michigan food trucks can be part of yours.

Grass Lake Michigan is a town that goes above and beyond for its citizens when it comes to health and wellness.

If you think triathlons aren’t your thing, think again. Harbor Beach might just have your ideal race.

With a spectacular grand opening, what else does Detroit's new Beacon Park have in store this summer?

Michigan-made photographer Zach Elwart tells his own unique story of the Motor City.

One native Detroiter is doing everything he can to make sure local students have a different childhood than he did.

If the friends you keep aren’t always up for the adventure you crave, a new Michigan social community aims to connect members with adventure and each other.

Hammocks aren’t just for trees anymore. Enjoy hanging out in a new and improved way this summer.

Looking for a fun way to get active while enjoying the beauty of Detroit? Participate in the 7th annual Give and Get Fit on the Detroit Riverfront July 30.

Metro Detroit's new Area45 Fitness is revolutionizing workouts with a fun, interactive environment.

Join Swim 1922 for a free family swimming event in Detroit to help increase awareness about water safety and skills.

Cass Community Social Services is making its main campus a home to many others with tiny houses, growing community wellness in Detroit.

Check out one of these park locations for free outdoor movie screenings this summer.

Meet Blue Cross' June #MIKidsCan Champion of the Month, 13-year-old Lilly Groth.

If you're looking to explore Michigan's state parks this summer but want to avoid the crowds, here are six hidden gems to check out.

Do you love Michigan's great outdoors? Got questions about camping, hiking, biking or more? Join the #MIBigGreenGym Twitter chat June 27 at 11 a.m.

Throw away some stress and get a low-impact workout in with a round of disc golf.

Detroit's wheels keep turning with the launch of the MoGo Bike Share program.

The annual Live the Riverfront summer programming offers a variety of weekly events to encourage an active and healthy lifestyle.

It’s a growth year for Slow Roll Detroit as they work to connect their massive audience with Detroit non-profits and causes.

Experience more Michigan destinations this summer without spending a lot of money through the Michigan Activity Pass program.

Curious to know the magic behind this staple Italian dish? See photos from our experience making our own with the help of Andiamo.

Did you know the GMRENCEN has its own ZIP code? Celebrate its 40th anniversary with 40 fun facts about this iconic Detroit building.

Jammmin’ for Joseph is a fundraiser with a mission to find a cure for Duchenne muscular dystrophy. Namesake Joseph Penrod was diagnosed at the age of five.

Lumin is an augmented reality (AR) tour that allows users to visit the Detroit Institute of Arts in a whole new way.

C.S Mott Children’s Hospital in Ann Arbor is asking people to send patients virtual Valentine’s Day cards so that every patient feels the love.

Chocolates and flowers? Yawn. Be adventurous as you plan this year’s big date.

Want to get away from it all? Bundle up and find your new favorite quiet winter recreation spot in Michigan.

While most of the world knows Detroit for its automotive prowess, Detroit’s revival is bringing with it an array of must-try restaurants.

Detroit Restaurant Week runs Feb. 3-12, with plenty of mouth-watering options. Which restaurants are you hoping to experience during the 10-night celebration?

Ten reasons we love Michigan, in celebration of our state’s 180th birthday.

Take a look inside The Farmer’s Hand, Detroit’s first neighborhood market featuring 100 percent locally grown and produced goods.

Take back your vacation time this year by planning a getaway closer to home. These tips will get you started.

From Marquette to Detroit, Michiganders have no shortage of festive community events to choose from as they ring in the New Year.

In this guest post, Michael Haddad of Michigan-based Detroit Grooming Co. shares tips for maintaining a healthy beard and skin this winter.

Michigan cyclists are pushing for expanded laws to keep them safe on the road. Here’s what they’re doing and how you can help.

In this year’s battle for the Paul Bunyan Trophy, the Michigan-MSU rivalry could also be settled in the best tailgating foods each campus has to offer.

Fel3000ft is one Detroit’s preeminent artists and this year’s Artist in Residence for TEDx Detroit. Take a 360 degree at some of his work.

This fall, shoppers at Holiday Market in Royal Oak can participate in a free HealthyTown-Everywhere program to learn how to make healthy choices.

Go inside Jazz Café at Music Hall and learn more about how the venue provides a space for young musicians to share ideas, compete, and challenge themselves.

Check out these tips and tricks so you’re not really “roughing it” before your first big camping trip.

Celebrating 10 years, the Quicken Loans JA Finance Park empowers young people to find economic independence and better understand the complex world of finance.

Find out how you can celebrate the National Parks’ centennial right here in Michigan.

Located on the rooftop of Detroit’s historic Music Hall, 3Fifty Terrace features 10,000 square feet of open air space to host your night out or special event.

Situated on 350 Madison Ave, Music Hall is in the heart of the best-selling entertainment district, together with two stadiums and six other theaters.

Hundreds of bicycle races are taking place this summer, but ones in August look particularly interesting.

The new millennial trend, hanging a hammock between two trees, is changing the way Michiganders relax, camp and sleep. Have you tried one yet?

Free fitness event combining a 6-mile bike ride followed by a 45-minute yoga class.

Some of our team spent their lunch trying outdoor yoga at the Renaissance Center. Here is what each of them thought about the experience!

One dad’s healthy lifestyle is now a full family affair. They will be at the Riverfront Run, will you? Registration discount code inside.

The Motor City brings back the hot wheels for another metal and pedal pushing showdown at the 2016 Chevrolet Detroit Belle Isle Grand Prix.

What do you get when you mix a little Detroit attitude with high intensity cardio? A workout class unlike any other.

The Kappa Alpha Psi Men’s Health Fair takes place Saturday, June 4, 2016 at the St. Mary’s of Michigan Health Education Center in Saginaw.

The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s esteemed Man & Woman of the Year campaign is working to raise funds in honor of two Michigan blood cancer survivors.

With the arrival of March, people gather around in Detroit’s oldest neighborhood, Corktown, to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. Here are the spots to visit.

Here are five unique Michigan downhill ski locations to hit the slopes at and enjoy the snow before the weather takes a turn for the warmth of spring.

This video from the A Healthier Michigan team lets you dive in at the Michigan Sea Life aquarium at Great Lakes Crossing Outlets in Auburn Hills.

February is the perfect time to visit one of these five places in Michigan. You’ll all come away with a better understanding of African American History.

Anna Ciechanowski talks about what its like being a part of a dance team and her journey to UDA Nationals in Orlando.

They don’t wear capes, but ambassadors working the downtowns of Grand Rapids and Detroit sure know how to save the day.

Christmas is coming, but there’s still time to take advantage of these super festive events happening around Michigan.

From our Petoskey stones to the Mighty Mac, Michiganders take pride in the many things that make our state so unique. Here are some you may not know about.

The Healthier Michigan team shares some small business favorites in this roundup of Michigan shops and companies to consider for your holiday gift list.

The Healthier Michigan team recently spent a day in historic Ypsilanti and we were blown away by the cute, quirky town.

Travel around Michigan and you’ll come across example after example of amazing public art. Here are six you shouldn’t miss.

This podcast will take you inside the “bat cave” to get up close with the biggest bat in the world, a Malayan flying fox, and so much more.

Our largest fundraising event, the SOCK dinner, was an evening of compassion and understanding for others. It was also full of incredible generosity.

Michigan isn’t just home to lost of great craft beer. These local distilleries create unique made-in-the-Mitten-state whiskey, gin, vodka and more.

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan teamed up with the Latino Community Roundtable for the Let’s Talk Health: Latino Detroit Community Health Event.

Walk through the doors of 168 Asian Mart and you’ll realize you aren’t in any normal supermarket. Here’s a glimpse at some of the tasty foods you’ll find there.

Every year the Detroit Zoo hosts a senior day, with fun events and free admission for qualifying seniors. This year’s is on September 9th–don’t miss it!

There’s a new fit park that’s beginning to bring lots of people to the city and showcases a portion of the true beauty Detroit has to offer.

What started as a way to bring the community together during a time of turmoil has grown into one of the most anticipated events of the summer.

As an USA Today 2015 Top Ten Best Art Festival, the Ann Arbor Art Fair attracts over 500,000 attendees every year. Here’s your guide to what to expect.

Sending kids to Michigan summer camps can get them to be physically active, allow them to meet new friends and try new things while being outside.

This post describes several free summer events happening on the Detroit riverfront.

There are so many things to do over the summer in Michigan, it’s hard to keep track of them all. That’s where this list comes in.

This post talks about fit parks: what they are and where the idea came from. It also introduces the Detroit fit park and the equipment that will be there.

Spending a weekend sleeping under the stars can help you relax and reconnect with nature. Here are eight spots to give it a try in Michigan.

This blog provides tai chi tips for beginners talks about free tai chi classes on the Detroit riverfront.

A smile crept across 10-year-old Emanuel’s face Monday afternoon as he sprinted past the oak tree and finished his longest run to date— 2.5 miles. This

The Detroit Institute of Arts wows with an exhibit of Diego Rivera and Frida Kahlo.

BCBSM employee Andrea King talks about the fitness benefits of aerial silk dancing, and shares some beginner tips.

Find out about community resources and programs for youth interested in the healthcare profession.

As the Pure Michigan advertising campaign approaches one decade, see how it’s working to bring visitors to the state.

Beautiful Michigan destinations are now available to view on Google Maps’ Street View. Panoramic views will help people plan their getaway to the state.

There’s no better way to forget the dreariness of March than by visiting a museum. And Michigan has so many of them, chances are there are some you haven’t

Let’s Walk and Talk with a Doctor events put on by the Capital Area Health Alliance as a way to inspire Lansing area residents to get healthy.

The Michigan Sea Life Aquarium at Great Lakes Crossing opens to the public on Jan. 29 and is chock full of vibrant sea-life and attractions.

Your favorite players could be coming to a town near you! Here’s where to go to meet the Detroit Tigers.

Ashley Hennen is the Communications Manager for Hatch Detroit. She is passionate about doing her part to help build up vibrant and diverse retail in Detroit…

“Pie is a food that demands to be shared,” says Lisa Ludwinski, owner of Sister Pie. She’s been popping up and delivering since 2012, but soon she’ll be sharing…

Calling all food, wine and craft beer lovers! Dine Drink Detroit is back with 10 days of awesome food and drink specials from 15 local restaurants and bars.

You know what they say: waste not, want not! Detroit Dirt is saving the world one yard of compost at a time. From collecting unused food scraps to the…

I have found one very simple approach to enhancing my family's health: heading outside. This is because people outside move more. In fact, I can stand by the…

Being a Detroiter means being a part of the positive change going on within the city. If you’ve never volunteered in Detroit before, this weekend is your chance!

If you're looking for a way to get great food, support a thriving community, and have a great time shopping, the Eastern Market does it best.

When is the last time you visited Belle Isle? If the answer is more than six months ago, you are due for a trip! The fountain is functional…

For the fifth consecutive year, the Detroit Institute of Arts is turning its museum inside out, literally. The Inside|Out program is an initiative of the DIA…

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan and the Detroit RiverFront Conservancy are asking Michiganders to share how they Live the RiverFront this summer.

I like pizza. Who doesn't. right? Well, since I have been doing this healthy thing for awhile I've had to significantly cut back on my pizza intake.

John K. King Rare Bookstore has been in business for years in Detroit and was recently named one of the must see bookstores in the world…

Every Monday night, a community of cyclists comes together like no other for a common goal; to promote biking in the Motor City. Hundreds of people of all ages…

Every Wednesday this summer is Walk the RiverWalk Wednesday, a part of the Live the Riverfront collaboration between Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan and the…

Since 2011, Ponyride Detroit has served as a hub for entrepreneurs who want to expand their businesses. Ponyride provides an environment that can be transformed…

Get ready, Detroit. We’re about to set a world record. On Saturday, February 22, organizers of Yoga Rocks Ford Field hope to gather 3,000…

No matter where you are in the city of Detroit there are lots of delicious food options. Unfortunately eating out doesn’t always provide the healthiest options…

In a city once derided for having no co-working spaces, there are now several open in Detroit. With the opening of Bamboo Detroit and Grand Circus happening…

On December 11th, 2013 a few member of the Corporate Communications team here at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan were invited to go on a tour of the Shinola…

Whether you’re visiting your dad in Florida, ringing in the New Year in New York City or going skiing in Colorado, you have to make it through the airport…

Take a break from the city to enjoy a afternoon at Messmer Park.

Outdoor gyms can be a fun way to get out of the house to get a workout in.

Detroit has a hidden jewel that starts at the Riverwalk just East of downtown near Atwater Street just North of the Milliken State Park. The 1.38…

U-Haul and the The Conservation Fund in Detroit are teaming up with respected non-profit, The Greening of Detroit, in an effort to improve Detroit'

On a summer Tuesday afternoon the aHealthier Michigan team decided to check out Eastern Market Tuesdays with David Murray on his Pursuit of Healthiness.

For the next several weeks ahealthiermichigan.org will be bringing you an all new series of posts featuring the breweries and wineries of Michigan.

The Greening of Detroit, along with the Detroit Water and Sewerage Department and the Southeast Michigan Council of Governments are partnering to transform 10…

During Tiger’s Opening Weekend over 200 kids from the Detroit Metro showed their commitment to health awareness at Comerica Park.

My two kids were, during recent phases of their teenage lives, skateboarders. I was proud of this as I've always supported skateboarding. I can remember driving…

Loni Thorpe is one of the founders of Detroit Bike & Brunch (DB&B) who happens to be a Blue Health Connection Engagement Specialist at Blue Cross Blue Shield…

Going to the zoo on a summer day is a great way to get the family together. Head to the Detroit Zoo to see the animals and experience unique attractions!

In Detroit, the term food desert is one that sparks a lot of controversy. On one hand, you have merchants that have been in the city for years crying foul and…

It's almost summer, which means everyone is looking to spend more time outside. Some people think that spending all day in the office prevents them from being…

Whether or not Mother Nature cooperates, the organizers of this weekend’s Palmer Park Winter Fest see the inaugural one-day festival fitting into a larger…

In Michigan, drowning is the No. 2 cause of accidental death for children ages 14 and under. In urban areas like Detroit, Lansing and Grand Rapids…

The Tour de Troit is back! There are plenty of good reasons to pump up your tires, strap on your helmet and head to Roosevelt Park in Detroit this Saturday…

Looking for a fun way to prepare your kids for school? Check out what the DIA has to offer.

Southwest Solutions, a coalition of Detroit nonprofits, has partnered up with Covenant Community Care and a handful of other organizations to open 5716 Wellness…

You can accomplish all of these things, and more, this weekend. All you need to do is bring your bike and a smile to the Traffic Jam and Snug on Saturday…