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Oakland County Moms Calendar of Metro Detroit Spring Events

Mar
19
Sat
Stony Creek Metropark Maple Sugaring @ Stony Creek Metropark
Mar 19 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Stony Creek Metropark Maple Sugaring @ Stony Creek Metropark

Stony Creek Metropark Maple Sugaring – March 6, 13, 20, & 27 from 10a-3p (1 hour sessions). Learn the history of sugaring and how to identify maple trees. Hike into the spring woods to tap a maple. Afterwards, return to the campfire and learn the process of boiling sap into rich maple syrup. Face coverings and social distancing are required. All ages. $5 per person. Pre-registration is required at least 1 day in advance online or call 586-781-9113. 10a-11:30a, noon-1:30p, 2p–3:30p. A Metroparks vehicle pass is required to enter any Metropark. 2021 vehicle permits are on sale NOW. You can pick one up at metroparks.com OR visit your local Metropark today. Hosted by the Metroparks.

Mar
20
Sun
Stony Creek Metropark Maple Sugaring @ Stony Creek Metropark
Mar 20 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Stony Creek Metropark Maple Sugaring @ Stony Creek Metropark

Stony Creek Metropark Maple Sugaring – March 6, 13, 20, & 27 from 10a-3p (1 hour sessions). Learn the history of sugaring and how to identify maple trees. Hike into the spring woods to tap a maple. Afterwards, return to the campfire and learn the process of boiling sap into rich maple syrup. Face coverings and social distancing are required. All ages. $5 per person. Pre-registration is required at least 1 day in advance online or call 586-781-9113. 10a-11:30a, noon-1:30p, 2p–3:30p. A Metroparks vehicle pass is required to enter any Metropark. 2021 vehicle permits are on sale NOW. You can pick one up at metroparks.com OR visit your local Metropark today. Hosted by the Metroparks.

Mar
26
Sat
Stony Creek Metropark Maple Sugaring @ Stony Creek Metropark
Mar 26 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Stony Creek Metropark Maple Sugaring @ Stony Creek Metropark

Stony Creek Metropark Maple Sugaring – March 6, 13, 20, & 27 from 10a-3p (1 hour sessions). Learn the history of sugaring and how to identify maple trees. Hike into the spring woods to tap a maple. Afterwards, return to the campfire and learn the process of boiling sap into rich maple syrup. Face coverings and social distancing are required. All ages. $5 per person. Pre-registration is required at least 1 day in advance online or call 586-781-9113. 10a-11:30a, noon-1:30p, 2p–3:30p. A Metroparks vehicle pass is required to enter any Metropark. 2021 vehicle permits are on sale NOW. You can pick one up at metroparks.com OR visit your local Metropark today. Hosted by the Metroparks.

Apr
23
Sat
Sheep Shearing & Pancake Breakfast @ Hess-Hathaway Park
Apr 23 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am
Sheep Shearing & Pancake Breakfast @ Hess-Hathaway Park

Sheep Shearing & 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 $3 for 10 & under and $5 for ages 11+.

Oct
14
Sat
Waterford Funtober – CANCELED due to weather @ Hess Hathaway Park
Oct 14 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Waterford Funtober - CANCELED due to weather @ Hess Hathaway Park

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

Oct
28
Sat
Franklinstein Frenzy
Oct 28 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm

Franklinstein Frenzy – Main Street. Halloween Parade from noon-12:20p. Downtown trick or treating after the parade, pet costume contest, donuts and cider, arts and crafts, games and activities following. Fun for kids & adults too. For more info, visit mainstreetfranklinmi.com.

Jan
15
Mon
Lost Lake Sledding Hill MLK Day @ Lost Lake Park
Jan 15 @ 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Lost Lake Sledding Hill MLK Day @ Lost Lake Park

Lost Lake Sledding Hill MLK Day

Lost Lake Sledding Hill MLK Day – at Lost Lake Park. The BEST sled hill in Oakland County has their warming shelter open for some school’s out sledding! Make sure you call the sledding hotline at 248-651-4440 ext 299 before you head out to make sure the sled hill will be open! Review, Pics, Video.

More MLK Day Events

Jan
27
Sat
Franklin Fire and Ice Show Winter Festival @ Franklin Public Library
Jan 27 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Franklin Fire and Ice Show Winter Festival

Franklin Fire and Ice Show Winter Festival – Franklin Public Library. Features ice sculptures, a fire artists, demos, hot chocolate, and more. This is a FREE event hosted by the Friends of Franklin Public Library.

More winter carnivals

Mar
16
Sat
Franklin Athletic Club Kids Night Out @ Franklin Athletic Club 
Mar 16 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Franklin Athletic Club Kids Night Out @ Franklin Athletic Club 

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.

More parents night out events

Mar
23
Sat
Franklin Public Library Easter Egg Hunt Extravaganza @ Franklin Public Library Reading Garden
Mar 23 @ 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Franklin Public Library Easter Egg Hunt Extravaganza @ Franklin Public Library Reading Garden

Franklin Public Library Easter Egg Hunt Extravaganza

Franklin Public Library Easter Egg Hunt Extravaganza – (248-851-2254). Easter Egg hunt on the Village Green

followed by crafts and cookie decorating. Register via phone or online with the Franklin Library. Hosted by Franklin Public Library.

More Easter events