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The Family Deal Blog

Official Blog of the LaFontaine Automotive Group in Michigan

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Leaves and Ciders and Beers, Oh My: 7 Things You Must Do in Michigan This Fall

September 8, 2016 by LaFontaine Automotive Group

Leaves and Ciders and Beers, Oh My: 7 Things You Must Do in Michigan This Fall

I don't think I'm alone when I say that Fall is my favorite season in Michigan. The leaves turn spectacular colors, the cider mills are bustling with activity and the pigskin begins to get tossed around in earnest. But with the kids going back to school and our lives in general getting busier … [Read more...] about Leaves and Ciders and Beers, Oh My: 7 Things You Must Do in Michigan This Fall

Filed Under: Community News, Family Tagged With: #FallTogether, Apple Orchard, Autumn, Cider Mill, College Football, Fall, Fall Color Tour, Frankenmuth, Halloween, Oktoberfest, THanksgiving

5 Tips For Picking the Perfect Pumpkin

October 2, 2015 by LaFontaine Automotive Group

5 Tips For Picking the Perfect Pumpkin

Now that October has arrived, it's time to start thinking about Halloween. I don't know about you, but my favorite part about this time of year (other than the candy) is picking out pumpkins to decorate with my family. Believe it or not, there's a science to picking out the perfect pumpkin. You … [Read more...] about 5 Tips For Picking the Perfect Pumpkin

Filed Under: Lifestyle Tagged With: #FallTogether, pumpkin, Pumpkin Carving, Pumpkin Decorations

Win a Zehnder’s Splash Village Prize Package in our Pumpkin Decorating Contest

October 1, 2015 by LaFontaine Automotive Group

Win a Zehnder’s Splash Village Prize Package in our Pumpkin Decorating Contest

There are plenty of reasons to love autumn in Michigan. The cool crisp air, the fall colors, football and of course - Halloween - which means now is the time to go out and stock up on pumpkins! To celebrate our #FallTogether campaign this season, we're having our first Annual LaFontaine Pumpkin … [Read more...] about Win a Zehnder’s Splash Village Prize Package in our Pumpkin Decorating Contest

Filed Under: Contests, Family Tagged With: #FallTogether, Contest, Pumpkin Carving, Pumpkin Decorations, Zehnder's Splash Village

The Zen of Road Trips: 5 Ways to Survive The Drive

July 19, 2015 by LaFontaine Automotive Group

The Zen of Road Trips: 5 Ways to Survive The Drive

Not too long ago I suggested a few Quirky But Beautiful Road Trip Destinations that you and your family might enjoy now that summer vacation season is officially underway. Before you get too excited about mapping out your next road trip destination, let's bring you back to reality for a few … [Read more...] about The Zen of Road Trips: 5 Ways to Survive The Drive

Filed Under: Family, Tips & Tricks Tagged With: LaFontaine Automotive Group, Planning a Road Trip, Road Trip, Road Trip Games, Road Trip Ideas, Road Trip Planner, Summer Vacation, Zen of Road Trips

May is the Month of Mom at LaFontaine

May 4, 2015 by LaFontaine Automotive Group

May is the Month of Mom at LaFontaine

Each spring on Mother's Day, we collectively dedicate a Sunday to celebrating all that our mom's have done and still do for us. But to be honest, one day out of 365 just doesn't seem like enough, does it? Don't our mom's deserve more than one single day out of the year? Think about all the … [Read more...] about May is the Month of Mom at LaFontaine

Filed Under: Family Tagged With: #MonthOfMom, LaFontaine Automotive Group, Maureen LaFontaine, Month of Mom, Ryan LaFontaine

May Is National Pet Month: Dog Travel Tips

May 1, 2015 by LaFontaine Automotive Group

May Is National Pet Month: Dog Travel Tips

Did you know May is National Pet Month? Why not celebrate by taking your dog on a road trip this summer! To a dog, motoring isn't just a way of getting from here to there; it's also a thrill and an adventure. The mere jingle of car keys is enough to send most any dog into a whimpering, … [Read more...] about May Is National Pet Month: Dog Travel Tips

Filed Under: Community News, Family Tagged With: Dog Travel Tips, Dogs, Infographic, LaFontaine Automotive Group, National Pet Month, Pet Travel Tips, The Family Deal

Earth Day: 3 Easy Ways to be the Best for Earth Today

April 22, 2015 by LaFontaine Automotive Group

Earth Day: 3 Easy Ways to be the Best for Earth Today

Earth Day is here and now is a great time to commit to making some lifestyle changes to be better for our planet. Think being greener and friendlier to the earth has to be difficult and expensive? Think again! There are plenty of simple things you can start doing immediately that will make … [Read more...] about Earth Day: 3 Easy Ways to be the Best for Earth Today

Filed Under: Lifestyle Tagged With: earth day, going green, Gold LEED Certified, Green, Lafontaine, LaFontaine Cadillac Buick GMC, LaFontaine Chevrolet, LaFontaine Volkswagen, LEED Certification, recycle

How to Take Charge of Your Lifestyle Goals in 2015

February 6, 2015 by LaFontaine Automotive Group

How to Take Charge of Your Lifestyle Goals in 2015

Generally, the last week of January is when the gym starts to thin out and resolutions begin to waver. Is that where you are? Don't worry, its only been a month and all is not lost. Now is not the time to give up on your goals for 2015. I'm in the same boat, and what helps me out is taking a … [Read more...] about How to Take Charge of Your Lifestyle Goals in 2015

Filed Under: Lifestyle Tagged With: Budgeting, Fitness, Goals, Health, Lifestyle Goals, New Year's Resolution

Top 4 Fitness Apps to Stay in Shape and Eat Healthy

January 28, 2015 by LaFontaine Automotive Group

Top 4 Fitness Apps to Stay in Shape and Eat Healthy

Need a boost in motivation to eat healthier and get in shape? There's an app for that! Actually, there are a lot of apps for that. I'm talking hundreds of them. Each is meant to help keep you fit and healthy - but who has the time to search for, install and try out a bunch of different … [Read more...] about Top 4 Fitness Apps to Stay in Shape and Eat Healthy

Filed Under: Lifestyle Tagged With: App, Diet, Fitness, Gym, Health, Smartphone, Workout

Stop Making Excuses – Start Getting Fit

January 20, 2015 by LaFontaine Automotive Group

Stop Making Excuses – Start Getting Fit

Now that it is almost a month in to the New Year, I find myself constantly making excuses as to why I can't make it to the gym. With the short days and frigid temps, it's very hard to get motivated to even want to go to the gym! But is that all that's keeping me from working out? What’s … [Read more...] about Stop Making Excuses – Start Getting Fit

Filed Under: Lifestyle Tagged With: exercise, Fitness, Health

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