Oakland County Moms Calendar of Metro Detroit Spring Events
Pontiac Christmas Tree of Hope Lighting
Pontiac Christmas Tree of Hope Lighting at the 50th District Court House, Pontiac, MI.
Enjoy the many youth choirs that will entertain after the 6p tree lighting. Hosted by the Downtown Pontiac DDA.
More Holiday Events
Pontiac Holiday Extravaganza Parade and WinterFUN Festival – from 8a-10:30a (WinterFUN Festival) Parade at 11a. Downtown Pontiac. Gallery of Ice with live ice carving competition, a petting farm with adorable animals, live Santa reindeer, s’mores and more. There is also a children’s WinterART Center that allows kids to participate in several different craft projects, get their face painted and more. Hosted by The Greater Pontiac Host Committee.
More Holiday Events
Waterford FREE Platform Tennis Open House
Waterford FREE Platform Tennis Open House – at Waterford Oaks County Park Near Paradise Peninsula Playscape This free clinic is a opportunity to test drive the sport of platform tennis. Extra equipment available on site for first time players or those who do not have their own paddles or paddle balls. Instruction from Waterford Paddle Club. Dress for the weather. Tennis shoes required for the courts. No membership required for clinic. No pre-registration or previous experience needed. For additional information, call Oakland County Parks and Recreation 248-858-0916.
Pontiac Winter Festival
Pontiac Winter Festival – at Pontiac City Hall Grounds (47450 Woodward Ave, Pontiac, MI 48342)
Festival includes food, shopping, music, ice skating, polar express rides, hot chocolate, smores and more. This is a FREE event. Hosted by the City of Pontiac.
More winter festivals
Pontiac Princess Daddy Daughter Dance
Pontiac Princess Daddy Daughter Dance at Lafayette Grande Ballroom. With Dinner. Tickets
are $40 per couple Res / $50 per couple Non Res. For more info, 248-758-3039. Presented by The City of Pontiac Parks and Recreation.
Foster Care Orientation Meeting
Foster Care Orientation meeting at the Ennis Center for Children are for anyone interested in learning more about how to become a licensed foster parent. The orientation is the first step towards becoming a licensed foster parent with Ennis Center for Children. Information is provided about the types of children in care, how they enter care, and the process/skills needed to become a licensed foster parent. Meetings are held the 2nd Tuesday of each month from 5p-7p at each local Ennis office. Virtual meetings are held via ZOOM every 3rd Tuesday of the month. For more info, www.enniscenter.org
Kensington Metropark Chickadee Chow Down
Kensington Metropark Chickadee Chow Down – at Kensington Metropark (810-227-8910, metroparks.com)
Bundle up and enjoy a one-of-a-kind experience. Around the Nature Center, a variety of winter songbirds will eagerly fly to your hand for seeds. Learn how to identify the birds you might feed, and how to properly feed songbirds in the park. Then take a short, guided walk along a mixed gravel path to meet your new feathered friends. Seed provided. Bring your camera. Lightly colored gloves or mittens are recommended for best results. This entire program is outdoors so dress warmly. All ages. $3 per child / $5 per adult / Under 2 FREE. Pre-registration is required online or by calling 810-227-8910.
Foster Care Orientation Meeting
Foster Care Orientation meeting at the Ennis Center for Children are for anyone interested in learning more about how to become a licensed foster parent. The orientation is the first step towards becoming a licensed foster parent with Ennis Center for Children. Information is provided about the types of children in care, how they enter care, and the process/skills needed to become a licensed foster parent. Meetings are held the 2nd Tuesday of each month from 5p-7p at each local Ennis office. Virtual meetings are held via ZOOM every 3rd Tuesday of the month. For more info, www.enniscenter.org
Pontiac Easter Egg Hunt Bash
Pontiac Easter Egg Hunt Bash – at UWM Sports Complex. Egg Hunt at 1:15p. Food, games, bounce houses,
prizes and fun. This is a FREE event. Preregistration is required. Hosted by the City of Pontiac Recreation Department.
More Easter events
Foster Care Orientation Meeting
Foster Care Orientation meeting at the Ennis Center for Children are for anyone interested in learning more about how to become a licensed foster parent. The orientation is the first step towards becoming a licensed foster parent with Ennis Center for Children. Information is provided about the types of children in care, how they enter care, and the process/skills needed to become a licensed foster parent. Meetings are held the 2nd Tuesday of each month from 5p-7p at each local Ennis office. Virtual meetings are held via ZOOM every 3rd Tuesday of the month. For more info, www.enniscenter.org