Oakland County Moms Calendar of Metro Detroit Spring Events
Bowers Farm Winter Park
Bowers Farms Winter Park – Wednesdays, 5p-9p, Thursdays 5p-9p, Fridays 4p-10p, Saturdays noon-10p, Sundays noon-9p
Skating – Weather permitting and bring your own skates. Admission is $5. Skating is FREE, skate rental is $8. Winter Park has much to offer including tubing and $17 glow tubing (appointments required), ice skating (weather permitting, bring your own skates), hot cocoa, bonfires, food at the Farmers Kitchen and more. Tubing (unfortunately) isn’t FREE (it’s actually quite expensive) and you have to pre-register which takes the starch out of a spur-of-the-moment experience.
Bowers Farm Winter Park
Bowers Farms Winter Park – Wednesdays, 5p-9p, Thursdays 5p-9p, Fridays 4p-10p, Saturdays noon-10p, Sundays noon-9p
Skating – Weather permitting and bring your own skates. Admission is $5. Skating is FREE, skate rental is $8. Winter Park has much to offer including tubing and $17 glow tubing (appointments required), ice skating (weather permitting, bring your own skates), hot cocoa, bonfires, food at the Farmers Kitchen and more. Tubing (unfortunately) isn’t FREE (it’s actually quite expensive) and you have to pre-register which takes the starch out of a spur-of-the-moment experience.
South Lyon Mother Son Dance
South Lyon Mother Son Dance – Open to non-residents. Pre-registration required at 248-437-8105. Hosted by South Lyon Recreation Authority.
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South Lyon Daddy Daughter Dance
South Lyon Daddy Daughter Dance – 3p-5p or 6p-8p (2 sessions to choose from). Open to non-residents. 70s Theme. The dance is broken down into two time slots; 3-5pm and 6-8pm. SLARA recommends that children 6 & under sign up for the first time slot. Children 7+ sign up for the 6-8pm time slot. This is only a recommendation, children 3+ are invited to both time slot. Pre-registration required at 248-437-8105. Hosted by South Lyon Recreation Authority.
Southfield Winter Fest
Southfield Winter Fest – at Southfield Pavilion. Fun includes games, FREE ice skating, carriage rides, marshmallow roasting, ropes course, climbing wall, and more. Refreshments available for purchase. This is a FREE event. For more information, contact Southfield Parks & Recreation at 248-796-4620 or visit www.cityofsouthfield.com.
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Franklin Athletic Club Kids Night Out
Franklin Athletic Club Kids Night Out (248-352–8000 ext 314, website)
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.
Southfield Daddy Daughter Dance
Southfield Daddy Daughter Dance – Young ladies ages 2-14 and younger are invited to dress their best for this special night. Each girl will receive a special gift. Please dress your best for this special night of dancing and refreshments. Don’t forget your camera to catch all the fun and special moments. Call 248-796-4620 for cost info and to register. You must be pre-registered to attend. There are NO ticket sales at the door. Hosted by the City of Southfield Parks & Rec Department.
Southfield Great Marshmallow Drop
Southfield Great Marshmallow Drop – 15,000 marshmallows are dropped from a helicopter. Participants then need to collect only one marshmallow that can be exchanged for a prize. There are four drop zone groups: Children ages 4 years and younger; children ages 5-7; and children ages 8-12. The drop for individuals with disabilities will begin at 11:30a. For more information, call 248-858-0916. Hosted by www.OaklandCountyParks.com
South Lyon Easter Egg Scramble
South Lyon Easter Egg Scramble – 15,000 fun filled eggs. 4 fields for all age groups. Meet firefighters, police officers, and the Easter Bunny. Event is hosted by Kiwanis Club of South Lyon who recommends arrival between 11a-noon.
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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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