Oakland County Moms Calendar of Metro Detroit Spring Events
Light Up Beacon Park
Light Up Beacon Park is family fun at Beacon Park in Detroit. Children of all ages are invited to experience “Toyland” at Beacon Park with larger-than-life light features, including a Choo-Choo Train, Giant Teddy Bear and other photo moments. These new and returning interactive lighting features, totaling more than 125,000 twinkling LED lights will illuminate Beacon Park. Opening Night 11/18 from 5p-11:30p features dancers, live entertainment, live reindeer, Santa, and more. Hosted by the Downton Detroit Partnership.
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Clarkston Winter-Fest
Clarkston Winter-Fest – Depot Park (Downtown Clarkston)
Enjoy ice skating (bring your skates), s’mores, hay bales, hot chocolate, DJ music. Hosted by the Clarkston Area Optimist Club.
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Clarkston Daddy Daughter Dances
Clarkston Daddy Daughter Dances – from 4p-6p or 7p-9p (2 sessions). Cookies, punch, a DJ, and dancing. Professional photos are available for purchase. Call 248-623-4326 for cost info and to register. Ages 5+. Pre-registration is required. This event usually sells out. Hosted by Independence Twp Parks, Rec & Seniors.
Farmington Hills Try Hockey for FREE
Farmington Hills Try Hockey for FREE – “Try Hockey for Free” Clinics are a great way for boys and girls ages 12 and under to try out the sport of hockey without having to make the investment into equipment. There’s no experience necessary – Suburban Ice provide the instructors and the equipment for you to use. Pre-registration required to save your child’s spot here. Hosted by Suburban Ice Farmington Hills.
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Clarkston Maple Magic
Clarkston Maple Magic at Wint Nature Center (248-625-6473). Flapjacks and waffles just wouldn’t be the same without maple syrup. Learn how to identify maple
trees in winter, how to tap a tree and the process of maple sugaring. All ages are welcome. Cost is $5/person. Preregistration with payment required by calling 248-858-0916 weekdays or 248-625-6473 during nature center hours. Hosted by Oakland County Parks and Recreation.
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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.
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.
