Oakland County Moms Calendar of Metro Detroit Spring Events
Stony Creek Metropark Maple Sugaring – March 6, 13, 20, & 27 from 10a-3p (1 hour sessions). Learn the history of sugaring and how to identify maple trees. Hike into the spring woods to tap a maple. Afterwards, return to the campfire and learn the process of boiling sap into rich maple syrup. Face coverings and social distancing are required. All ages. $5 per person. Pre-registration is required at least 1 day in advance online or call 586-781-9113. 10a-11:30a, noon-1:30p, 2p–3:30p. A Metroparks vehicle pass is required to enter any Metropark. 2021 vehicle permits are on sale NOW. You can pick one up at metroparks.com OR visit your local Metropark today. Hosted by the Metroparks.
Natural Egg Dying – (586-781-4242, metroparks.com). You’ll learn how to use natural items to create dyes, then discover some creative ways to decorate your eggs. All materials supplied (including hard boiled eggs) and tools needed to bring home some beautifully decorated eggs. Ages 5+. $5 per adult / $5 per child . Pre-registration is required online or by calling 586-781-9113. A Metroparks daily or annual vehicle pass is required to enter any Metropark. Daily & annual vehicle permits are on sale NOW. You can pick one up at metroparks.com OR visit your local Metropark today.
Egg-cellent Eggsperiments – (586-781-4242, metroparks.com). Egg-sperience this hands-on fun with eggs program.Creatively dye some eggs, squish some eggs and bounce some eggs. Discover why the shape and color of eggs are so important in nature. All materials supplied (including eggs) for these messy but fun egg-speriments. Ages 5-15. $5 per child / Adults are FREE . Pre-registration is required online or by calling 586-781-9113. A Metroparks daily or annual vehicle pass is required to enter any Metropark. Daily & annual vehicle permits are on sale NOW. You can pick one up at metroparks.com OR visit your local Metropark today.
Center Line Independence Festival & Fireworks – at Memorial Park Centerline. Fireworks close out Saturday evening of the annual Independence Fest which features crafts, live music, food trucks, a beer tent, and more.
Center Line Independence Festival & Fireworks – at Memorial Park Centerline. Fireworks close out Saturday evening of the annual Independence Fest which features crafts, live music, food trucks, a beer tent, and more.
Center Line Independence Festival & Fireworks – at Memorial Park Centerline. Fireworks close out Saturday evening of the annual Independence Fest which features crafts, live music, food trucks, a beer tent, and more.
Lexington Fireworks – Lexington Stare Harbor will glow with fireworks at dusk. The annual parade will follow on July 1 at 11a Music, entertainment and parade kick off the festivities. For more info, visit www.lexingtonmichigan.org
Heritage Park Nature Center Thanksgiving Hike and Seek – 1p-2p OR 2p-3p (248-536-5617) Enjoy a guided hike and search for local plants and animals. Make a fall-themed craft to take home. $3. Hosted by the Farmington Hills Special Services (Parks & Rec) Department. Pre-registration required. To register.
Heritage Park Maple Sugaring
Heritage Park Maple Sugaring in Your Own Backyard – four 1-hr time slots to choose from each day. Discover the basics of making maple syrup from your own Maple tree. Witness the process of collecting sap and boiling it down over a campfire. Enjoy a free syrup treat. Syrup products and sugaring supplies will be available for participants to purchase. All ages. $7. Pre-registration required. Hosted by the Farmington Hills Special Services Department. Pre-registration required.
Heritage Park Maple Sugaring
Heritage Park Maple Sugaring in Your Own Backyard – four 1-hr time slots to choose from each day. Discover the basics of making maple syrup from your own Maple tree. Witness the process of collecting sap and boiling it down over a campfire. Enjoy a free syrup treat. Syrup products and sugaring supplies will be available for participants to purchase. All ages. $7. Pre-registration required. Hosted by the Farmington Hills Special Services Department. Pre-registration required.
