Oakland County Moms Calendar of Metro Detroit Spring Events
Stony Creek Fall Wagon Tours – at Stony Creek Metropark – 90 minute wagon tours. Book either a 10a or 1p ride. Hop on the tractor-drawn wagon and enjoy the beauty of fall along a Nature Trail. Along the way, staff will share stories about Stony Creek’s history and various natural features. After your tour, enjoy a roaring campfire to celebrate the season. Program is weather dependent. Ages 3+. $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.
Stony Creek Metropark Kids Night at the Nature Center – Drop your kids off and enjoy your Friday night, kid-free. Your kids will have a blast as they meet the nature center animals, including our nocturnal opossum. They’ll get a chance to explore outside along a trail, looking for tracks in the moonlight, gazing at the growing moon, and listening for owl calls and coyote howls. Kids will warm up around our campfire and cook s’mores. Snacks will be provided. Ages 7-12. $10 per child. Pre-registration is required online or by calling 586-781-9113.
Great Lakes Crossing Holiday Extravaganza
Great Lakes Crossing Holiday Extravaganza is a fun and free Christmas event. Enjoy live music, a DJ, fun contests for kids, trivia challenges, costumed characters, speed painting demonstration, and prizes. This is a FREE event. Hosted by Great Lakes Crossing Outlets.
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Westland MLK Celebration and Remembrance Walk
Westland MLK Celebration and Remembrance Walk – The City will start with a remembrance walk to commemorate his life and legacy followed by our annual ceremony to express how Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. had inspired us, what his message means to us, and to help inspire people to continue with his message and help make the world a more inclusive and righteous place for us and our children to live in. For more info, visit cityofwestland.com.
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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.
GLC Easter Bunny Pet Photo Night
GLC Easter Bunny Pet Photo Night at Great Lakes Crossing (District 7). Bring your furry friend to meet the Easter Bunny at Bunnyville located in District 7 adjacent to AMC Theater. All pets must be on a leash or in a pet carrier. Dogs and cats must be up-to-date with their shots and owners will be responsible for their pets at all times. Reserve online here. Hosted by www.greatlakescrossingoutlets.com.
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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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GLC Sensory-Friendly Easter Bunny Visit
GLC Sensory-Friendly Easter Bunny Visit ‘Bunny Cares’ – An Autism Speaks Sensory-Friendly Easter Bunny Visit at Great Lakes Crossing (District 7). Children with 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 of children. Reserve online here. Hosted by www.greatlakescrossingoutlets.com.
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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.
More metroparks events
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.
