Oakland County Moms Calendar of Metro Detroit Summer Events
Clarkston Halloween Movie in the Parks at Clintonwood Park (248-625-8223)
Hosted by Independence Twp Parks & Rec. All movies begin at dusk unless otherwise noted. These movies require pre-registration and cost $10 per family of up to 6 people. Pre-registration is required. REGISTRATION INFO / MOVIE INFO…
Sensory Santa at Oakland Mall – Individuals with all spectrums of special needs and their families are invited to a private photo session where extra care is taken to support the sensory, physical and other developmental needs to make this a magical holiday experience. There is no admission charge. Photo packages will be available for purchase for the event. Pre-registration is required and can be booked online.
Oakland Mall Pet Photos with Santa – Enter through the main entrance near the food court. All pets must be in a carrier OR on a 6ft leash. Pets are not allowed in stores. Owners are responsible for being in control of their pets at all times. Pre-registration required.
Clarkston Walk & Talk with Santa – at Bay Court Park. Enjoy a holiday lights nature trail, s’mores, and a meet & greet with Santa. Ages 0-12. Pre-registration required. Hosted by Independence Twp Parks & Rec.
White Lake Winter Carnival – WLCL – at White Lake Inn (248-887-1818). Hosted by the White Lake Citizens League Winter Carnival. The annual winter festival has fireworks, a broomball tournament, kids activities, and more. More info…schedule of events.
Lake Orion Easter Egg Hunt at Children’s Park – S Broadway St, Downtown Lake Orion. Children ages 10 and under are invited to hunt for eggs at Children’s Park on S Broadway. Immediately following, everyone is invited for pizza and pop across the street at the American Legion Hall, 164 S Broadway. This is a FREE, rain or shine event hosted by the Lake Orion American Legion Post 233.
Color Hunt Nature Scavenger Hunt – The nature scavenger hunt is for the little explorers out there, ages 3-6. Look at the colors of nature and “matching” the color chips to things we see on our outdoor adventure. Enjoy some books and songs about colors together. Cost: $3/person. Call 248-858-0916 weekdays to register. Hosted by Oakland County Parks and Recreation.
Soggy Doggy at Deer Lake Beach – Bring your dog to the beach to swim, play, fetch, and socialize. This is a FREE event. Pre-registration is required along with record of rabies & DHLPP vaccinations. Records can be presented in person at ITPR offices or emailed to mheilman@indtwp.org. To pre-register, visit indtwp.org. Hosted by Independence Twp Parks Rec & Seniors.
Wint Nature Center Puddle Jumper Series – at Wint Nature Center at Independence Oaks County Park 248-625-6473. Children ages 3-6 can enjoy nature fun as they increase their love for the great outdoors. A naturalist will engage children with a story, nature talk and related activity. Each child will receive a craft kit to take and make at home. This series meets the second Friday of each month. Cost: $4/child. Call 248-858-0916 weekdays to register. Hosted by Oakland County Parks and Recreation.
Independence Twp Parks Rec & Seniors M2M Sale at Bay Court Park. Interested in selling items at the Mom 2 Mom Sale? Tables (8ft) are $20 each. Rack space is available for $5 each. Limited rack spaces available. To register, call 248-625-8223. Or for more information, email mheilman@indtwp.com.
