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Canterbury Village Michigan Dog Fest – Bring your furry friend and head to Canterbury Village for a tail waggin’ good time. Kids can have fun looking for paw prints around the village, which they can turn in for candy and other small prizes. Multiple dog rescue organizations on site and they’ll be accepting donations for their great causes. Parking is $5. Purchase tickets HERE. Hosted by www.canterburyvillage.com.

Canterbury Village Michigan Dog Fest – Bring your furry friend and head to Canterbury Village for a tail waggin’ good time. Kids can have fun looking for paw prints around the village, which they can turn in for candy and other small prizes. Multiple dog rescue organizations on site and they’ll be accepting donations for their great causes. Parking is $5. Purchase tickets HERE. Hosted by www.canterburyvillage.com.

Grosse Pointe Art Fair – $7 admission plus A Ford House grounds pass. A juried fine art and fine artisan fair in the newly built visitor center at the historic Ford Estate in Grosse Pointe Shores. All media is represented, including Painting, Woodworking, Ceramics, Handmade Jewelry, and more. Shop for one-of-a-kind works of art in all styles and media. For more info, email artfairfun@gmail.com

Grosse Pointe Art Fair – $7 admission plus A Ford House grounds pass. A juried fine art and fine artisan fair in the newly built visitor center at the historic Ford Estate in Grosse Pointe Shores. All media is represented, including Painting, Woodworking, Ceramics, Handmade Jewelry, and more. Shop for one-of-a-kind works of art in all styles and media. For more info, email artfairfun@gmail.com

Harrison Twp Monarch & Hummingbird Festival – Lake St Clair Metropark Celebrate the smallest migrators, the Monarch Butterfly and the Ruby-throated Hummingbird. Short, guided hikes throughout the festival in search of these amazing animals. There will be natural crafts, gardening tips, and monarch tagging demonstrations. All ages. FREE event. No pre-registration required. A Metroparks daily or annual vehicle pass is required to enter any Metropark. You can purchase an annual pass HERE.

Waterford Oaks Wave Pool Dog Swim – at Waterford Oaks County Park. All dogs owners must show valid Michigan dog license and proof of current vaccinations at the time of the event. Dogs swim by weight category. Three swims. Noon-12:50p – 70lbs plus, 1p-1:50p – 31lbs-69lbs, 2p-2:50p – 30lbs and under. Pre-registration cost is $10/dog and includes admission, contest entry and one 50-minute swim session. On-site registration is $15/dog if availability allows. To register, call 248-858-0916. Phone registrations will be accepted until noon on September 6. Hosted by Oakland County Parks and Recreation.

Waterford Funtober – at Hess Hathaway Park Inclement Weather Line 248-618-7671)
Hayrides, animal tour, games, s’more resting included with admission price of $10 (cash at the gate). Pumpkins and concessions are available for purchase. This event happens rain or shine. Call 248-674-5441 for more info. Hosted by Waterford Parks & Recreation.

More Halloween events

Orion Center Cookies with Claus

Orion Center Cookies with Claus at Orion Center (248-391-0304 Ext 3500). Decorate some holiday cookies! While you’re here visit with Santa Claus himself. Write a letter to Santa and you will receive a response mailed to your house. $14 residents / $16 non-residents. Pre-registration required. Call 248-391-0304 ext 3500 for cost info and to register. Hosted by Orion Twp Parks & Rec.

More Santa visits

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.

Sheep Shearing and Pancake Breakfast

Sheep Shearing and Pancake Breakfast – (248-674-5441, www.waterfordmi.gov)
Hosted by Waterford Parks & Recreation. Enjoy the farm animals, make & take craft, the annual sheep shearing, and a pancake breakfast. Admission is FREE but donations are being accepted to benefit the park/farm. Pancake breakfast cost is $5 for 10 & under and $8 for ages 11+.