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Oakland County Moms Calendar of Metro Detroit Summer Events

Apr
4
Thu
Indian Springs Preschool Nature Explorers @ Indian Springs Metropark
Apr 4 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Indian Springs Preschool Nature Explorers @ Indian Springs Metropark

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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Apr
6
Sat
Maybury Farm Easter Egg-Stravaganza Egg Hunt @ Maybury Farm
Apr 6 @ 9:30 am
Maybury Farm Easter Egg-Stravaganza Egg Hunt @ Maybury Farm

Maybury Farm Easter Egg-Stravaganza Egg Hunt

Maybury Farm Easter Egg-Stravaganza Egg Hunt – at 10a (Gates Open at 9:30a). Enjoy egg hunts, StoryTime, face painting, seed planting, fun costumed characters, food trucks, and more. $5 per car, payable at the gate (cash only). Limited to the first 700 children. Hosted by our friends at Maybury Farm.

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Apr
17
Wed
Wint Nature Center Homeschool Series @ Wint Nature Center 
Apr 17 @ 10:30 am – 12:30 pm
Wint Nature Center Homeschool Series @ Wint Nature Center 

Wint Nature Center Homeschool Series

Wint Nature Center Homeschool Series (248-625-6473) A new homeschool theme each month. Homeschool sessions are

adapted for two age groups: Ages 6-9 and ages 10-13. Cost is $10/child/session. Preregistration with payment is required by calling 248-858-0916 weekdays or register online. No on-site registration will be available. Sessions are designed as a drop-off program for youth. All students are welcome. Hosted by Oakland County Parks and Recreation.

Apr
19
Fri
Hawk Mom & Son Night Out @ The HAWK Community Center
Apr 19 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Hawk Mom & Son Night Out @ The HAWK Community Center

Hawk Mom & Son Night Out

Hawk Mom & Son Night Out – Mother Son Night Out at The HAWK Community Center. Enjoy snacks (no dinner), music, dancing, games, activities and more. Registration required for both adult and child. $9 res / $14 non-res. Pre-registration required. To register. Hosted by the Farmington Hills Special Services (Parks & Rec) Department.

More parent/child night outs

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+.

May
2
Thu
Indian Springs Preschool Nature Explorers @ Indian Springs Metropark
May 2 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Indian Springs Preschool Nature Explorers @ Indian Springs Metropark

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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May
10
Fri
Clarkston Preschool Nature Program @ Wint Nature Center
May 10 @ 10:30 am – 11:30 am
Clarkston Preschool Nature Program @ Wint Nature Center

Clarkston Preschool Nature Program

Clarkston Preschool Nature Program at Wint Nature Center (248-625-6473). Children ages 3-6 can enjoy nature fun as they increase their love for the outdoors. A naturalist will engage children with a story, nature talk and a related hands-on activity. Each child will make a craft to take home. A different seasonal theme each month. Cost is $5/child. Preregistration with payment required by calling 248-858-0916 weekdays or 248-625-6473. Hosted by Oakland County Parks and Recreation.

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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
11
Sat
Franklin Athletic Club Kids Night Out @ Franklin Athletic Club 
May 11 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Franklin Athletic Club Kids Night Out @ Franklin Athletic Club 

Franklin Athletic Club Kids Night Out

Franklin Athletic Club Kids Night Out (248-352–8000 ext 314, website) – NERF FUN Theme

Drop your kids off at Franklin Athletic Club for Fun, Swimming, Pizza, Games, Crafts and More. Ages 3-12 welcome. $50 for FAC members, $60 for non-members. For registration, email eanguelova@ffrc.net or call Kahty Anguelova at 248-352-8000 ext 342. Review – pics.

More parents night out events

May
12
Sun
Indian Springs Mothers Day Hike @ Indian Springs Metropark
May 12 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Indian Springs Mothers Day Hike @ Indian Springs Metropark

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.

More Metroparks events

May
15
Wed
Wint Nature Center Homeschool Series @ Wint Nature Center 
May 15 @ 10:30 am – 12:30 pm
Wint Nature Center Homeschool Series @ Wint Nature Center 

Wint Nature Center Homeschool Series

Wint Nature Center Homeschool Series (248-625-6473) A new homeschool theme each month. Homeschool sessions are

adapted for two age groups: Ages 6-9 and ages 10-13. Cost is $10/child/session. Preregistration with payment is required by calling 248-858-0916 weekdays or register online. No on-site registration will be available. Sessions are designed as a drop-off program for youth. All students are welcome. Hosted by Oakland County Parks and Recreation.