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Oakland County Moms Calendar of Metro Detroit Summer Events

Mar
16
Sat
Stony Creek Build a Backyard Birdhouse @ Stony Creek Metropark
Mar 16 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Stony Creek Build a Backyard Birdhouse @ Stony Creek Metropark

Stony Creek Build a Backyard Birdhouse

Stony Creek Build a Backyard Birdhouse at Stony Creek Metropark – (586-781-4242, metroparks.com)

Build a backyard birdhouse, learn about our local cavity-dwelling birds, and create a new home for wildlife in your backyard. All tools & materials provided. Ages 10+. $30 per person. Pre-registration is required online or by calling 586-781-9113.

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Mar
23
Sat
Farmington Hills Egg Hunt Extravaganza @ Heritage Park
Mar 23 @ 10:00 am
Farmington Hills Egg Hunt Extravaganza @ Heritage Park

Farmington Hills Egg Hunt Extravaganza

Farmington Hills Egg Hunt Extravaganza– at Heritage Park in Farmington Hills. Six one hour time slots begin at 10a. Hop down the bunny trail and search for eggs, stop at treat stations, and enjoy inflatables and egg painting. Rain or shine event. All ages. $9 res / $14 non res.  Pre-registration required. To register. Hosted by the Farmington Hills Special Services (Parks & Rec) Department.

Ferndale Easter Egg-Stravaganza
Mar 23 @ 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Ferndale Easter Egg-Stravaganza

Ferndale Easter Egg-Stravaganza

Ferndale Easter Egg-Stravaganza – Each hunt is FREE and will feature three parks, with areas for younger children. The schedule is as follows – 1p – Wilson Park (For Ages 1-4 Only); 1:30p – Geary Park; 2p – Martin Road Park.
At each site, children will have the opportunity to gather as many prize-filled eggs as they can. One egg in each section contains a special golden ticket that will grant its finder with a special Easter basket. Geary Park and Martin Road Park will each have an area dedicated to younger children (ages 1-4) and older children (ages 5-11). At Martin Road Park, children and parents will have the opportunity to meet and take pictures with the Easter Bunny. This is a FREE event, no pre-registration is required, but please consider donating to support Ferndale P&R programming. Hosted by Ferndale Parks & Recreation. For more information, contact the Kulick Community Center at 248-544-6767.

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Apr
5
Fri
Stony Creek Nighttime Nature @ Stony Creek Metropark 
Apr 5 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Stony Creek Nighttime Nature @ Stony Creek Metropark 

Stony Creek Nighttime Nature

Stony Creek Nighttime Nature at Stony Creek Metropark – Stony Creek Metropark – (586-781-4242,

metroparks.com). A short presentation from a naturalist followed by an evening out on a nature walk. Ages 8+. $5 per person. Pre-registration is required online or by calling 586-781-9113. 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
20
Sat
Stony Creek Nature Arts & Crafts @ Stony Creek Metropark 
Apr 20 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Stony Creek Nature Arts & Crafts @ Stony Creek Metropark 

Stony Creek Nature Arts & Crafts

Stony Creek Nature Arts & Crafts at Stony Creek Metropark – (586-781-4242, metroparks.com)

Get inspired as you learn how to paint, build, or create new items from upcycled and/or natural materials. Snacks and beverages provided. All tools & materials provided. Ages 16+. $8 per person. Pre-registration is required online or by calling 586-781-9113.

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.

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May
24
Fri
Heritage Park Splash Pad Opening Day @ Heritage Park Splash Pad
May 24 @ 10:00 am – 7:00 pm

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

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

Ferndale Memorial Day Parade

Ferndale Memorial Day Parade & Ceremony – Downtown Ferndale Michigan
The parade begins on Livernois at Maplehurst, north to Oakridge St, west to Pinecrest, south to Nine Mile Rd, east to Livernois, and south on Livernois to the Veteran’s Memorial Mall for ceremony at 11a. Hosted by the Ferndale Memorial Association.

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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
31
Fri
Full Moon Fridays Farmington Hills @ Heritage Park Farmington Hills
May 31 @ 9:30 pm – 10:30 pm
Full Moon Fridays Farmington Hills @ Heritage Park Farmington Hills

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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