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Paradise Park Breakfast with Santa – Enjoy a pancake breakfast with Santa and laser tag with Santa. Bring your cameras, your wish list. Crafts, coloring, and special deals on Paradise Park indoor attractions included. Tickets are available at www.paradisepark.com.

St Patrick’s Day Irish Fest – Celebration of traditional Irish music, song and dance with the Ardan Academy of Irish Dance, the Gavin family and more. Irish food and drink available for purchase. $10, Under 12 years old FREE. For more info, contact Michael at 313-537-3489.

Farmington Hills Safety & Crime Prevention Fair – This is a FREE event for the community that is focused on providing preventative information to parents, adults, teens and even kids. Topics being discussed include: Scams/identity theft prevention, safe sleeping practices for infants, medication vs. candy, firearms safety, medication take-back, and other important topics that would benefit the public. There will be a dedicated kids area where kids can color cut-out police cars and badges. Popcorn and light refreshments will be served, and a gift basket donated by Mission BBQ will be raffled off during the event. For more info, call 248-871-2750 or email crimeprevention@fhgov.com.

The Hawk FH Kick Off 2 Summer – FREE Open House with giant bouncers, tours, giveaways, crafts, and performances. FREE outdoor movie at sunset (around 9p). Concessions available for purchase. All ages FREE event. Hosted by the Farmington Hills Special Services (Parks & Rec) Department.

The Hawk Juneteenth Concert – Juneteenth performance at the Hawk Mainstage featuring Detroit-based jazz band, Da’Ja. Presented by The Farmington Hills Department of Special Services. Free admission. Must reserve your spot online. bit.ly/hawktickets

Michigan Makers Market at The HAWK Community Center – The juried craft fair will feature fine art, beautiful jewelry, high-quality creative goods, hand-crafted soaps and candy from approximately 50 local artists in various mediums, such as painting, sculpture, fiber, ceramics, printmaking and wearable art. Admission is FREE. For more information contact Karla Aren, Cultural Arts Division at 248-699-6709 or email at karen@fhgov.com. Hosted by the City of Farmington Hills Special Services Department.

Waterford Funtober – at Hess Hathaway Park Inclement Weather Line 248-618-7671)
Hayrides, animal tour, games, s’more resting included with admission price of $10 (cash at the gate). Pumpkins and concessions are available for purchase. This event happens rain or shine. Call 248-674-5441 for more info. Hosted by Waterford Parks & Recreation.

More Halloween events

Orion Center Cookies with Claus

Orion Center Cookies with Claus at Orion Center (248-391-0304 Ext 3500). Decorate some holiday cookies! While you’re here visit with Santa Claus himself. Write a letter to Santa and you will receive a response mailed to your house. $14 residents / $16 non-residents. Pre-registration required. Call 248-391-0304 ext 3500 for cost info and to register. Hosted by Orion Twp Parks & Rec.

More Santa visits

Family Nature Night at the Hawk

Family Nature Night at The Hawk FH Community Center – (fhgov.com). The FH Nature Center is bringing live animals and hands-on nature activities to the Hawk. Highlights include a live animal presentation, creative STEM challenges, and nature games. All ages. $5 res / $8 non-res. Pre-registration required. To register. Hosted by the Farmington Hills Special Services Department.

Kids Night at the Hawk

Kids Night at the Hawk Community Center – Parents can plan a special night-out while kids get to enjoy a night-in at the Hawk Community Center. Hawk Recreation Staff will plan and oversee activities for a fun-filled night. You do not need to be a passholder to participate. Emergency form must be filled out at check-in. Participants will have supervised access to the pool and should bring a swimsuit if they wish to participate in pool activities. AGES 5-11. Resident/Non-Resident $25/$30. To register. Hosted by Farmington Hills Special Services Department.