The official first day of spring has finally arrived. This season can be a tricky one, especially to us Detroiters. One day the weather may be nice enough to let us roll down the windows and turn up the radio. While the next day is a blizzard and we're stuck scrapping off the cars. But in between all that, southeast Michigan offers up plenty to do during this pre-summer season.

Opening Day

Forever and always will be a way of life. It's practically a religion with most of the population in Metro-Detroit calling in sick to work or school. Baseball is back and that's a sure sign of good times to come.

Belle Isle Conservatory

Take a day trip to the island and spend it among acres of plants and flowers. This conservatory is one of the oldest in the nation and Belle Isle gives a great view of the Detroit skyline.

Flower Day at Eastern Market

If baseball doesn't get you in the mood for spring, Flower Day at the Eastern Market will. But be sure to get there early to smell the flowers as people will be there before the crack of dawn. Take a gander at all the vibrant colors and spend some time with your friends or family. Seeing and smelling the flowers will surely get you in the mood for the warmer days ahead.

Take a Ride on the Q Line

Detroit doesn't have much to offer public transit-wise, (though a previously voted down proposal could have changed that.) The city is trying to improve, however, which makes the opening of the Q Line a big deal. It's going to connect midtown Detroit to downtown. This opens in May so grab some friends and family and be one of the first riders! Yes for public transportation!

Food Trucks

On St. Patrick's Day, the food trucks returned to Campus Martius after a long hiatus. With the better weather (hopefully) coming our way, head downtown and treat yourself to a cheap, but fantastic tasting lunch.

There's plenty to do here this spring here in Metro-Detroit. From metroparks to the ballpark and everything in between, this season will sure get you out of the winter blues and prepare you for the summer that lies just around the corner. Spring is here, meaning, summer is next.