Memorial Day Celebration Ideas

WESTLAND, Mich.- With Memorial Day coming up in just a few days, it's time to finalize your plans and make that last trip to the grocery store! It's time to celebrate the unofficial start of summer! Though with our bipolar Michigan weather, it's hard to keep track of what season it is. But that doesn't mean you still can't host a festive summer barbecue or party this weekend. Take a look at our ideas for a festive Memorial Day celebration to add some patriotic flair with red, white, and blue snacks and decor!

Start the day off by waving your American flags proud! If you have a flag pole, raise it up, or ad smaller touches with tiny American flags around your gathering area. You can't go wrong with red, white, and blue decorations on Memorial Day!

When you're ready for breakfast, fuel your day with some patriotic toast that's tasty too! Deck out your toasted bread with cream cheese, jam, bananas, and blueberries in the form of an American flag! YUM!

What's a Memorial Day celebration without a snack to munch on throughout the day? This Patriotic Chex Mix does the trick with M&M's and melted white chocolate. All your guests are sure to enjoy!

For the main course at your Memorial Day BBQ, you can't go wrong with a classic burger! Make your hamburger or turkey burger stand out with a signature ingredient like coleslaw, mozzarella and basil, or french fries!

Don't forget about dessert! Don't worry about having to make something complicated. All of the fresh red and blue fruits are a refreshing option to add to desserts like this patriotic parfait. Or take one look at Pinterest and you're sure to find another tasty Memorial Day dessert recipe.

If your Memorial Day Celebration includes hitting the road, check out our Memorial Day Safe Driving Tips to stay safe on the congested roadways! Enjoy your time spent with friends and family, and Happy Memorial Day from your friends at North Brothers Ford!

If you're looking for a new vehicle to take on your weekend getaway, check out our Dearborn Heights Area New Ford Cars, or stop by our Used Car Dealership. North Brothers Ford, located at 33300 Ford Rd Westland, MI 48185, is proud to be one of the premier dealerships in Southeast Michigan committed to exceptional customer service! Stop by or give us a call at (888) 806-7163, our knowledgeable sales team will be happy to help!

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Memorial Day Safe Driving Tips

WESTLAND, Mich.- Memorial Day weekend, coined as the unofficial start of summer, has become a popular holiday for a weekend getaway or local celebration. Some of you may be headed to the lake up north, and some may be headed down the street to a BBQ. Whether you're traveling 3 hours or 3 minutes, we want you to have a safe, accident-free weekend.

According to the National Safety Council, the holiday weekend will bring hundreds of traffic fatalities and thousands of injuries from motor vehicle collisions. The increased traffic has also caused the Memorial Day holiday weekend average 11.5% more traffic fatalities than similar non-holiday periods. So keep these simple Memorial Day Weekend Safe Driving Tips in mind when you hit the road!

Memorial Day Safe Driving Tips
-Refrain from all cell phone use while behind the wheel.
-Buckle up every time you get in the car, even if you're in the back seat, and make sure passengers buckle up too.
-Seat children in age-appropriate safety seats, and make sure children under 12 years old are always seated in the back seat.
-Consider traffic and plan for extra travel time to avoid the temptation to speed.
-Be cautiously aware of other drivers and drive defensively, especially during poor weather conditions.
-Make sure you're rested before you hit the road so you don't drive while you're drowsy.
-Always have a designated driver. Even moderate consumption of alcohol can impair your reaction time and driving judgement.

North Brothers Ford wishes you a fun-filled Memorial Day weekend! Just keep our holiday weekend driving tips in mind to stay safe on the busy roads! If you're looking for a new vehicle to take on your weekend getaway, check out our Dearborn Heights Area New Ford Cars, or stop by our Used Car Dealership. North Brothers Ford, located at 33300 Ford Rd Westland, MI 48185, is proud to be one of the premier dealerships in Southeast Michigan committed to exceptional customer service! Stop by or give us a call at (888) 806-7163, our knowledgeable sales team will be happy to help!

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