Oakland County Moms Calendar of Metro Detroit Spring Events
Light Up Beacon Park
Light Up Beacon Park is family fun at Beacon Park in Detroit. Children of all ages are invited to experience “Toyland” at Beacon Park with larger-than-life light features, including a Choo-Choo Train, Giant Teddy Bear and other photo moments. These new and returning interactive lighting features, totaling more than 125,000 twinkling LED lights will illuminate Beacon Park. Opening Night 11/18 from 5p-11:30p features dancers, live entertainment, live reindeer, Santa, and more. Hosted by the Downton Detroit Partnership.
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Stony Creek Nature Arts & Crafts
Stony Creek Nature Arts & Crafts at Stony Creek Metropark – (586-781-4242, metroparks.com)
Get inspired as you learn how to paint, build, or create new items from upcycled and/or natural materials. Snacks and beverages provided. All tools & materials provided. Ages 16+. $8 per person. Pre-registration is required online or by calling 586-781-9113.
Stony Creek Build a Backyard Birdhouse
Stony Creek Build a Backyard Birdhouse at Stony Creek Metropark – (586-781-4242, metroparks.com)
Build a backyard birdhouse, learn about our local cavity-dwelling birds, and create a new home for wildlife in your backyard. All tools & materials provided. Ages 10+. $30 per person. Pre-registration is required online or by calling 586-781-9113.
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Stony Creek Nighttime Nature
Stony Creek Nighttime Nature at Stony Creek Metropark – Stony Creek Metropark – (586-781-4242,
metroparks.com). A short presentation from a naturalist followed by an evening out on a nature walk. Ages 8+. $5 per person. Pre-registration is required online or by calling 586-781-9113. A Metroparks daily or annual vehicle pass is required to enter any Metropark. You can purchase an annual pass HERE.
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Rochester Antique Appraisal Day
Rochester Antique Appraisal Day – Participants are asked to bring their items, or photos of larger items, to have their treasures appraised. All items are appraised at fair market value. Each participant is allowed to bring up to five (5) items. Each appraisal costs five (5) dollars—cash only. Hosted by rochesteravonhistoricalsociety
Bloomer Park Sap to Syrup Pancake Breakfast
Bloomer Park Sap to Syrup Pancake Breakfast – (3 time slots available). Visit Bloomer Park and our Sugar Bush to see an old-fashioned sap-to-syrup boiling operation. We will be making syrup from trees tapped right here in Rochester Hills. Sample some real maple syrup and enjoy a pancake breakfast complete with sausage, juice and coffee. Pre-registration is required. All ages welcome, children 2 and under are free. Tickets are limited so purchase yours early. Purchase tickets at rochesterhills.org. or at eventbrite.
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Stony Creek Nature Arts & Crafts
Stony Creek Nature Arts & Crafts at Stony Creek Metropark – (586-781-4242, metroparks.com)
Get inspired as you learn how to paint, build, or create new items from upcycled and/or natural materials. Snacks and beverages provided. All tools & materials provided. Ages 16+. $8 per person. Pre-registration is required online or by calling 586-781-9113.
VoRH Car Seat Safety Check-up
VoRH Car Seat Safety Check-up – Fire Department technicians will inspect your child seats, provide installation tips, and ensure your children are in the right seat for their size and age. Sign up for an appointment to guarantee a spot using the link below or stop in on the day of the event. This is a FREE event. Hosted by Safe Kids, Hosted by TheVofRH, and the Rochester Hills Fire Department.
Stony Creek Metropark MetroBarks
Stony Creek Metropark MetroBarks: Paws in the Park – (586-781-4242, metroparks.com)
Explore Stony Creek Metropark with your furry friend. During each program, a park interpreter will meet you at different dog-friendly rustic trails throughout the park. Enjoy a nice hike through the woods as you discover the trees, wildflowers, and animals that call the Metroparks home. All ages event. $5 Adult / $3 Child. Pre-registration is required online or by calling 586-781-9113.
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