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Oakland County Moms Calendar of Metro Detroit Summer Events

Aug
26
Sat
Ready Livingston Annual Family Emergency Readiness Expo @ LESA bldg
Aug 26 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

Ready Livingston Annual Family Emergency Readiness Expo – Discover essential resources, expert speakers, and exhibitors focused on emergency preparedness. Gain valuable knowledge and practical tools to tackle crises effectively. Free admission. Kid friendly.

Sep
16
Sat
Rockhound’s Dream Show @ Hartland Education Support Service Center
Sep 16 all-day
Rockhound’s Dream Show – Saturday from 10-6, Sunday from 10-4. This is a family friendly event for all ages. Browse, shop and mingle with other rock and

mineral enthusiasts. Regardless of your knowledge and experience level, everyone is welcome. Kids activities, kid’s table, fluorescent rock booth, Geode cracking, tours, demos, vendors, and auctions. $5 ages 18+, $1 ages 12-18, FREE ages under 12. For more info, visit lgmsrockshow.com.
Sep
17
Sun
Rockhound’s Dream Show @ Hartland Education Support Service Center
Sep 17 all-day
Rockhound’s Dream Show – Saturday from 10-6, Sunday from 10-4. This is a family friendly event for all ages. Browse, shop and mingle with other rock and

mineral enthusiasts. Regardless of your knowledge and experience level, everyone is welcome. Kids activities, kid’s table, fluorescent rock booth, Geode cracking, tours, demos, vendors, and auctions. $5 ages 18+, $1 ages 12-18, FREE ages under 12. For more info, visit lgmsrockshow.com.
Oct
14
Sat
Stone Wall Pumpkin Festival at Van Hoosen Farms @ Van Hoosen Farms
Oct 14 all-day
Stone Wall Pumpkin Festival at Van Hoosen Farms @ Van Hoosen Farms

Stonewall Pumpkin Festival at Van Hoosen Farms – This year’s Stonewall Pumpkin Festival returns to Van Hoosen Farms in Rochester Hills from 10a-4p (Pumpkin Carving and Fall activities) and 7p-9p where people will be allowed to view the lit pumpkins on the wall. Hosted by the City of Rochester Hills.

More info

Nov
4
Sat
Brickworld Detroit LEGO Expo
Nov 4 all-day
Brickworld Detroit LEGO Expo

Brickworld Detroit LEGO Expo – Brickworld Detroit takes place Saturday from 10a-6p and Sunday from 10a-5p at Macomb Community College.

Brickworld is excited to be bringing their premiere LEGO display and exposition to Michigan.

On Saturday and Sunday of the event, the displayers will put their creations on display in 30,000 square feet of space for the public to enjoy.

More info and coupon code

Nov
5
Sun
Brickworld Detroit LEGO Expo
Nov 5 all-day
Brickworld Detroit LEGO Expo

Brickworld Detroit LEGO Expo – Brickworld Detroit takes place Saturday from 10a-6p and Sunday from 10a-5p at Macomb Community College.

Brickworld is excited to be bringing their premiere LEGO display and exposition to Michigan.

On Saturday and Sunday of the event, the displayers will put their creations on display in 30,000 square feet of space for the public to enjoy.

More info and coupon code

Feb
25
Sun
Kensington Metropark Maple’s Sweet Story @ Kensington Metropark
Feb 25 @ 11:00 am – 3:30 pm
Kensington Metropark Maple’s Sweet Story @ Kensington Metropark

Kensington Metropark Maple’s Sweet Story

Kensington Metropark Maple’s Sweet Story – Take a guided walk through the farm’s Sugar Bush. Learn how

to pick the right maple tree, then watch how maple trees are tapped and sap is collected. Stop by the French and Native American camps to hear and see how these techniques have changed through the years. Then visit the Sugar Shack to see and smell the sap being boiled down into maple sugar. Real maple sugar products will be available for purchase. All ages. $3 per child / Adults $5. Pre-registration is required online or by calling 810-227-8910. A Metroparks daily or annual vehicle pass is required to enter any Metropark. Permits are on sale NOW. You can pick one up at metroparks.com OR visit your local Metropark today.

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Mar
2
Sat
Troy Maple Syrup Time @ Stage Nature Center
Mar 2 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Troy Maple Syrup Time @ Stage Nature Center

Troy Maple Syrup Time

Troy Maple Syrup Time – at Stage Nature Center. Take a guided tour through the sugar bush of the Stage Nature Center to discover how maple trees make sugar and how people have harvested it through the ages.  This family-friendly program highlights natural and local history of our region. Tour includes a visit to the sugar shed to see a wood-stoked evaporator in action and activities to learn more about syrup making. Everyone will sample maple treats and children will have an opportunity to make a simple craft. Shop for Michigan-made maple syrup, cream, candy and more. Tours every 15 minutes. Call 248-688-9703 for cost info or to register – or visit www.troynaturesociety.org.

Kensington Metropark Maple’s Sweet Story @ Kensington Metropark
Mar 2 @ 11:00 am – 3:30 pm
Kensington Metropark Maple’s Sweet Story @ Kensington Metropark

Kensington Metropark Maple’s Sweet Story

Kensington Metropark Maple’s Sweet Story – Take a guided walk through the farm’s Sugar Bush. Learn how

to pick the right maple tree, then watch how maple trees are tapped and sap is collected. Stop by the French and Native American camps to hear and see how these techniques have changed through the years. Then visit the Sugar Shack to see and smell the sap being boiled down into maple sugar. Real maple sugar products will be available for purchase. All ages. $3 per child / Adults $5. Pre-registration is required online or by calling 810-227-8910. A Metroparks daily or annual vehicle pass is required to enter any Metropark. Permits are on sale NOW. You can pick one up at metroparks.com OR visit your local Metropark today.

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Maybury Farm Making Maple Syrup Tours 
Mar 2 @ 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Maybury Farm Making Maple Syrup Tours 

Maybury Farm Making Maple Syrup Tours

Maybury Farm Making Maple Syrup Tours – 50165 Eight Mile approximately 1 ¼ miles west of Beck, Northville Twp, MI 48167. Take a hayride to the Maple tree grove, tap the trees, bring sap back to evaporator and watch how maple syrup is made. Your family will not only see all of the steps in producing maple syrup but they will also take part in the process. Maple syrup and maple syrup products for purchase in the General Store in the Welcome Center. Dress warmly and boots are a must. Call 248-374-0200 for cost info and registration info. Pre-registration not required. Some tickets will be sold at the door. Hosted by Northville Community Foundation.

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