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Oakland County Moms Calendar of Metro Detroit Summer Events

Apr
20
Sat
Waterford Earth Day Celebration @ Drayton Plains Nature Center
Apr 20 @ 10:30 am
Waterford Earth Day Celebration @ Drayton Plains Nature Center

Waterford Earth Day Celebration

Waterford Earth Day Celebration & Nature Hikes – at 10:30a & 1:30p. FREE guided nature hikes and FREE indoor crafts from 11:30a-1:30p. At Drayton Plains Nature Center (248-674-5441) Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. Pre registration required. Questions? 248-674-5441. Hosted by Waterford Parks and Recreation.

More Earth Day events

Apr
22
Mon
Waterford Oaks Try BMX for Free
Apr 22 @ 6:00 pm
Waterford Oaks Try BMX for Free

Waterford Oaks Try BMX for Free

Waterford Oaks Try BMX for Free – Never experienced the thrill of BMX before? Try it for free! Riders must be

age two or older and wear long sleeve shirts, pants and closed-toe shoes (no Crocs). There is no charge for admission, bike rental, helmet rental or track time on free trial day. For more information, call 248-924-0043.

Must be a 2-wheeled bike (no training wheels) or a balance bike for our younger riders. Helmets are required, full-face helmets are recommended, long pants and long-shirts are also required. Waterford Oaks BMX does have a rental fleet of bikes and helmets. Limited to first come-first served at an additional cost.

Apr
27
Sat
Sheep Shearing and Pancake Breakfast @ Hess-Hathaway Park
Apr 27 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am
Sheep Shearing and Pancake Breakfast @ Hess-Hathaway Park

Sheep Shearing and Pancake Breakfast

Sheep Shearing and Pancake Breakfast – (248-674-5441, www.waterfordmi.gov)
Hosted by Waterford Parks & Recreation. Enjoy the farm animals, make & take craft, the annual sheep shearing, and a pancake breakfast. Admission is FREE but donations are being accepted to benefit the park/farm. Pancake breakfast cost is $5 for 10 & under and $8 for ages 11+.

Waterford Festival of the Arts @ Waterford Recreation Center
Apr 27 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

Waterford Festival of the Arts

Waterford Festival of the Arts – Craft and vendor fair at the Waterford Recreation Center. Over

50 vendors, artisans, and concessions. Admission is $1. Cash only. Small bills preferred.

For more information, contact parksinfo@waterfordmi.gov or call 248-674-5441

This page is intended to be used as a guide. Oakland County Moms does not run these events. Oakland County Moms is not responsible for changes to event descriptions, event times or details, or event cancellations.

May
4
Sat
Oakland County Parks Pet Wellness Clinic @ Waterford Oaks Paradise Pavilion
May 4 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Oakland County Parks Pet Wellness Clinic @ Waterford Oaks Paradise Pavilion

Oakland County Parks Pet Wellness Clinic

Oakland County Parks Pet Wellness Clinic – at Waterford Oaks. Oakland County Parks Pet Vaccinations clinics for dogs and cats are low-cost. Pets must either be leashed or brought in a carrier to the events. No appointments are needed to get your pet vaccinated, obtain preventative care, receive microchipping and/or purchase a dog license. Vaccinations, heartworm tests, flea prevention and dewormer are available. For pet safety, bring dogs on a short leash with a snug collar and cats in a carrier. There are no residency requirements

More info

May
11
Sat
Stony Creek Metropark MetroBarks @ Stony Creek Metropark
May 11 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am
Stony Creek Metropark MetroBarks @ Stony Creek Metropark

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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May
12
Sun
Stony Creek Metropark Walk-A-Mom @ Stony Creek Metropark
May 12 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Stony Creek Metropark Walk-A-Mom @ Stony Creek Metropark

Stony Creek Metropark Walk-A-Mom

Stony Creek Metropark Walk-A-Mom – at Stony Creek Metropark (586-781-4242, metroparks.com)
Bring your Mom, Grandmother or someone who is like a mom to you out for a self-guided spring hike on the trails and make some memories. Enjoy the wildflowers that are starting to bloom and share some quality time with the special person in your life. Be sure to stop by the nature center to get a certificate and a flower to plant at home. 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.

More Metroparks events

May
16
Thu
West Bloomfield Summer Concerts Marshbank Park @ Marshbank Park West Bloomfield
May 16 @ 5:00 pm
West Bloomfield Summer Concerts Marshbank Park @ Marshbank Park West Bloomfield

West Bloomfield Summer Concerts Marshbank Park

West Bloomfield Summer Concerts Marshbank Park – Kids Komotion. Enjoy

live entertainment, FREE inflatables (socks required), and snacks and refreshments for purchase. Bring your blanket and/or lawn chairs. This is a FREE event. If an event is cancelled due to weather, WB Parks will post that info on their facebook page. Hosted by WB ParksMORE INFO / CONCERT SCHEDULE

Check the schedule link below for times.

Music schedule

May
24
Fri
Milford Friday Night Live Concerts
May 24 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Milford Friday Night Live Concerts

Milford Friday Night Live Concerts – Hosted by Huron Valley Council for the Arts and the Milford DDA. The Milford DDA also hosts FREE Summer Concerts at Central Park on Thursday Nights.

Milford Downtown Development Authority and Huron Valley Council for the Arts jointly present the popular Friday Night Live Concert Series; the concert will take place rain or shine. In the event of inclement weather, the concert will move into the nearby Milford Presbyterian Church.

Concert schedule

Center Street Park Milford
Main Street in Downtown Milford

Milford Presbyterian Church (in case of inclement weather)
238 N Main St, Milford, MI 48381

This page is intended to be used as a guide. Oakland County Moms does not run these events. Oakland County Moms is not responsible for changes to event descriptions, event times or details, or event cancellations.

May
27
Mon
Waterford Memorial Day Parade
May 27 @ 10:00 am
Waterford Memorial Day Parade

Waterford Memorial Day Parade

Waterford Memorial Day Parade – Burke Lumber (Dixie Hwy and Sashabaw Rd, Waterford, MI).
The annual Memorial Day parade hosted by Pontiac Waterford Elks 810. The parade route is along Dixie Hwy. beginning at Sashabaw Rd., then traveling NW to the intersection of Dixie & Williams Lake Rd. For more info, visit www.waterfordmi.gov.

More Memorial Day Events

This page is intended to be used as a guide. Oakland County Moms does not run these events. Oakland County Moms is not responsible for changes to event descriptions, event times or details, or event cancellations.