Learn about prairie restoration at Meadow Brook

Jeanine Matlow
| Special to The Detroit News

The Meadow Brook Garden Club will meet March 27 at Meadow Brook Hall in Rochester. Coffee and refreshments will be served at 9:15 a.m. with program to follow at 10 a.m. Guest speaker John Blair will present “My Prairie Restoration Journey,” detailing how he returned his rural property from hayfields to lush native prairie habitat, similar to its original state 200 years ago. Please enter through the De Carlo Visitor Center. Guests are welcome and reservations are not required. There is a $5 nonmember fee. The location is 350 Estate Drive. For more information, call (248) 364-6210, email MBGC@Oakland.edu or visit meadowbrookhall.org.

Detroit Garden Works opens for the season

Detroit Garden Works in Sylvan Lake reopened for the season this month to welcome visitors with new finds from Europe and beyond. Over 300 hellebores have also arrived, including Ice n’ Roses (in red, white and rose) and Picotee. Other selections include lead and brass statuary, hand-forged garden stakes, various tools, a new vintage galvanized container collection, garden supports and trellises, spring décor and more. Store hours are Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m.–5 p.m. The location is 1794 Pontiac Drive. Go to detroitgardenworks.com.

Artist-led workshops at Cranbrook Art Museum

Cranbrook Art Museum will offer artist-led workshops that include Adult ArtMaking from 5:30 -7:30 p.m. March 19 and 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. March 21. Discover the mid-century legacy of Florence Knoll and her signature paste-ups as you create your own interior layouts inspired by her practices. All levels of artistic experience are welcome as participants are encouraged to experiment with new materials and creative techniques. The cost is $25 per participant and intended for ages 16 and up. There will also be a Family Workshop version from 1:30-3 p.m. March 21 that will provide a fun and creative family activity. The cost is $15 per participant and is intended for families with children ages 4–16. Preregistration is required online and all materials are provided. Go to cranbrookartmuseum.org.

How much space will $400,000 buy?

A recent PropertyShark study shows how much residential space the national median sale price of $400,000 could potentially buy across the 100 largest U.S. cities, revealing massive geographic disparities. Overall, the Midwest is where that budget stretches the furthest. Detroit buyers get the most space for $400,000 among the largest U.S. cities at 4,918 square feet, the size of a five-bedroom home. All 17 Midwestern cities in their analysis could offer over 1,500 square feet for that price, with Minneapolis and Chicago providing the least space in the region. Manhattan buyers get the least space for $400,000 among the country’s largest cities at just 267 square feet, driven by a premium price per square foot of $1,500. This is a mathematical analysis based on each city’s price per square foot, and in some cities, it may not fully reflect the actual available housing stock. For the study, go to: https://www.propertyshark.com/Real-Estate-Reports/2026/03/03/how-much-space-400k-buys-in-largest-us-cities/.

Dog bowls go easy on your pet

Boost your dog’s health with the Trot Pets Elevated Complete Set that fits seamlessly into modern homes. By elevating food and water to a more natural height, these sets help reduce strain on the neck and joints while also mitigating bloat and promoting healthier digestion. The included stainless steel slow-feeder bowl encourages dogs to eat at a calmer pace, turning a rushed routine into a more mindful, belly-friendly experience. Available in 10 colors with magnetized bowls in multiple sizes and three different stand heights, the pet sets make it easy to create a setup that works for your four-legged friend and your space. Go to https://www.trotpets.com/products/raised-trot-complete-set-one-pack.