I drove down there seperate last year and parked in the Joe Louis garage and took a shuttle bus in. It was fast and free and that way if people wanted to party down on the bus they could without having to worry about the kids. It was great because there was a bathroom, warm cocoa, and great food.
We spent most of our time right on woodward with the kids and the party peeps hung back by the BRB. It was my second outing meeting the LSCN'ers and we were welcomed w/open arms.
Everyone was so accommodating with cocoa (and schnapps!) and food and blankets and seats...we had a GREAT time and can't wait to do it again!
Paul, I gave you $$ for pop and cups last year, if you want me to do that again, let me know. Or, anything else I can help you with, let me know. Happy to hear you're doing this again and WE CAN'T WAIT!!