Oakland County Moms Calendar of Metro Detroit Summer Events
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.
Detroit Zoo GreenFest
Detroit Zoo GreenFest – The Zoo-wide experience includes demonstrations by the Detroit Zoological Society’s Green Team, conservation education, citizen science projects and exhibits by local conservation groups. Enjoy Green Education stations, animal habitat chats, green food trucks, live music and more. GreenFest is FREE with zoo admission. For more info, visit detroitzoo.org.
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Farmington Hills Earth Day Celebration
Farmington Hills Earth Day Celebration – at Heritage Park. Enjoy FREE family-fun activities, live music, face painting, crafts, food trucks, info booths, and giveaways and more at the annual celebration. No registration required. All ages are welcome. Hosted by the Farmington Hills Special Services (Parks & Rec) Department.
Southfield Earth Day Fun
Southfield Earth Day Fun – Southfield Civic Center Park Shelter #1 (248-796-5000, www.cityofsouthfield.com/)
Enjoy crafts, a scavenger hunt, games, and more. Hosted by Southfield Parks and Recreation.
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Indian Springs Preschool Nature Explorers
Indian Springs Preschool Nature Explorers at Indian Springs Metropark – (248-625-6640, metroparks.com)
Preschool Nature Explorers is a monthly nature program for preschool-aged children (accompanied by an adult). The first Thursday of each month we will learn about a different nature topic through stories, outdoor exploration, and activities or crafts. Ages 3-6. $3 Child / Adults FREE. Pre-registration required. Advanced pre-registration required online or call 248-625-7280. A Metroparks daily or annual vehicle pass is required to enter any Metropark. You can purchase an annual pass HERE.
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Indian Springs Mothers Day Hike
Indian Springs Mothers Day Hike – (248-625-6640, metroparks.com). A guided hike along the
nature trails to learn about the blooms and wildlife we see along the way and appreciate their beauty up close as we celebrate the holiday together out in nature. $3 Child / $5 Adult. Pre-registration required. Advanced pre-registration required online or call 248-625-7280.
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Heritage Park Splash Pad Opening Day
Heritage Park Splash Pad Opening Day at Splash Pad at Heritage Park (248-536-5617, www.ci.farmington-hills.mi.us). Heritage Park has a small splash pad at the north end of the park near the north shelter / picnic
area and playground. Kids are free to run through splash pad when the weather is warm enough. Entry to Heritage Park is FREE and so is the Splash Pad! REVIEW / PICS / INFO
Full Moon Fridays Farmington Hills
Full Moon Fridays Farmington Hills – Enjoy the evening air as you head into Heritage Park after dark at a Full
Moon Friday Night Hike. Listen for nocturnal animals, observe the night sky, and heighten your senses along the way. Cost is $5 per person. Pre-registration required. Hike will be cancelled in case of inclement weather. Hosted by the Farmington Hills Special Services (Parks & Rec) Department. Pre-registration required. To register.
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Detroit VegFest
Detroit VegFest – The state’s largest plant-based event returns to Eastern Market for a second year with nearly 100 vendors, including popular plant-based restaurants, specialty food items, and eco-friendly shopping. Additionally, attendees can enjoy cooking demonstrations, speakers, free plant-based food samples, and fun for the kids. For more details, visit vegmichigan.org.
Chandler Park Sounds of Summer
Chandler Park Sounds of Summer – This is a FREE, family-friendly performance featuring musicians from the Detroit Symphony
and some of the region’s top talent! It will be located at the old tennis courts near the NW Corner of Frankfort Street and Gray Street. Featured Artists include DSO Musicians, Lulu Fall, Ultimate Ovation, and Brandon Waddles. Hosted by https://www.dso.org/