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Oakland County Moms Calendar of Metro Detroit Summer Events

Jan
16
Mon
Farmington Martin Luther King Jr Day Celebration @ Farmington Community Library
Jan 16 @ 10:00 am
Farmington Martin Luther King Jr Day Celebration @ Farmington Community Library

Farmington Martin Luther King Jr Day Celebration – All events at the Main Library take place in the Auditorium, unless otherwise noted. Annual Dr Martin Luther King Jr celebration includes activities and events for all ages!
10a – Make peace signs and banners – Main Library browsing room
11a – Peace walk down 12 Mile Rd
11:45a – Remarks from Officials
noon – Keynote Speakers: Tom Marsh and Tom Daniels, co-authors of Black and White Like You and Me (Books will be available for purchase and signing following the program, $15 cash or check)
2p – The Movement of Freedom Performance
3:30p – FPS Dance Co Performance
6:30p – Student Community Challenge Showcase and Award Ceremony
For more info visit www.farmlib.org.

May
6
Sat
Mother’s Day Market Art & Craft Show @ Orion Center
May 6 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

Mother’s Day Market Art & Craft Show – at Orion Center. Free Admission. orionparks.com

May
8
Mon
Protecting And Keeping Bees And Other Pollinators In Your Yard @ Royal Oak Public Library
May 8 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Protecting And Keeping Bees And Other Pollinators In Your Yard @ Royal Oak Public Library

Protecting And Keeping Bees And Other Pollinators In Your Yard – the 10 top things you can do in your own backyard to protect bees and other pollinators.  Fun facts and myths along with photos. And seeds for pollinator friendly plants to share with you.

Contact: Barb Bolton, 248-399-8545, royaloakgardenclub@gmail.com

May
11
Thu
Rochester Hills Carnival @ Hampton Village Center
May 11 all-day
Rochester Hills Carnival @ Hampton Village Center

Rochester Hills Carnival – Lions Club Annual Leader Dogs Spring Carnival info. The Rochester Hills Carnival will be held at Hampton Village Center (The Target / Best Buy) parking lot on NE Corner of Rochester Rd and Auburn Rd. This carnival had previously occupied the old KMart parking lot on Rochester Rd and Avon Rd.

More info

Motherhood Matter Health & Safety Seminar @ Orion Center
May 11 @ 5:30 pm
Motherhood Matter Health & Safety Seminar – Come enjoy a night at the Orion Center while moms

discuss parenting topics, including car seat safety, choking, safe sleep, breastfeeding, and postpartum care. After the discussion, enjoy a chair massage, receive info from vendors, and free food. For more info, call 248-391-0304 ext 3504. Hosted by Orion Twp.
May
12
Fri
Rochester Hills Carnival @ Hampton Village Center
May 12 all-day
Rochester Hills Carnival @ Hampton Village Center

Rochester Hills Carnival – Lions Club Annual Leader Dogs Spring Carnival info. The Rochester Hills Carnival will be held at Hampton Village Center (The Target / Best Buy) parking lot on NE Corner of Rochester Rd and Auburn Rd. This carnival had previously occupied the old KMart parking lot on Rochester Rd and Avon Rd.

More info

The Mom Walk Collective @ Booth Park
May 12 @ 1:00 pm
The Mom Walk Collective @ Booth Park
The Mom Walk Collective at Booth Park – Walks twice a month in Birmingham. These are FREE

events. For more info, contact themomwalkco.birmingham@gmail.com.

 

May
13
Sat
Rochester Hills Carnival @ Hampton Village Center
May 13 all-day
Rochester Hills Carnival @ Hampton Village Center

Rochester Hills Carnival – Lions Club Annual Leader Dogs Spring Carnival info. The Rochester Hills Carnival will be held at Hampton Village Center (The Target / Best Buy) parking lot on NE Corner of Rochester Rd and Auburn Rd. This carnival had previously occupied the old KMart parking lot on Rochester Rd and Avon Rd.

More info

Hazel Park Healing Hearts Mom to Mom Sale @ Hazel Park Community Center
May 13 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Hazel Park Healing Hearts Mom to Mom Sale @ Hazel Park Community Center

Hazel Park Healing Hearts Mom to Mom Sale – $3 admission. Sale is 10-2 for the general public and 9-3 for sellers. The cost is $5 from 10-11 and $3 thereafter. If you are looking to buy or sell new or gently used baby and children clothing, maternity clothing, toys, nursery furniture, books, bikes, and anything else that is baby, child, or maternity related, this event is for you. This is the perfect Spring cleaning option for those who are selling, and the perfect seasonal stock-up stop for those who are buying! This event is also handicap accessible and stroller friendly. For seller info, contact Shanise at healinghearts584@gmail.com

More mom2mom sales

Color Hunt Nature Scavenger Hunt @ Independence Oaks County Park
May 13 @ 10:30 am – 12:00 pm

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.