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Oakland County Moms Calendar of Metro Detroit Summer Events

Mar
24
Sun
Kensington Metropark Maple’s Sweet Story @ Kensington Metropark
Mar 24 @ 11:00 am – 3:30 pm
Kensington Metropark Maple’s Sweet Story @ Kensington Metropark

Kensington Metropark Maple’s Sweet Story

Kensington Metropark Maple’s Sweet Story – Take a guided walk through the farm’s Sugar Bush. Learn how

to pick the right maple tree, then watch how maple trees are tapped and sap is collected. Stop by the French and Native American camps to hear and see how these techniques have changed through the years. Then visit the Sugar Shack to see and smell the sap being boiled down into maple sugar. Real maple sugar products will be available for purchase. All ages. $3 per child / Adults $5. Pre-registration is required online or by calling 810-227-8910. 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.

More maple syrup events

Mar
30
Sat
Kensington Metropark Maple’s Sweet Story @ Kensington Metropark
Mar 30 @ 11:00 am – 3:30 pm
Kensington Metropark Maple’s Sweet Story @ Kensington Metropark

Kensington Metropark Maple’s Sweet Story

Kensington Metropark Maple’s Sweet Story – Take a guided walk through the farm’s Sugar Bush. Learn how

to pick the right maple tree, then watch how maple trees are tapped and sap is collected. Stop by the French and Native American camps to hear and see how these techniques have changed through the years. Then visit the Sugar Shack to see and smell the sap being boiled down into maple sugar. Real maple sugar products will be available for purchase. All ages. $3 per child / Adults $5. Pre-registration is required online or by calling 810-227-8910. 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.

More maple syrup events

Apr
9
Tue
Foster Care Orientation Meeting @ Ennis Center for Children
Apr 9 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Foster Care Orientation Meeting

Foster Care Orientation Meeting at the Ennis Center for Children (248-334-2715, www.enniscenter.org)

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

Apr
20
Sat
Grand Blanc Spring Craft Show @ Grand Blanc High School
Apr 20 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

Grand Blanc Spring Craft Show

Grand Blanc Spring Craft Show – Some 100 booths will be in attendance at the annual craft show hosted by the

HOSA students at the high school. Hosted by Grand Blanc HS. $3 Admission. For more info, email smetankacraftshows@gmail.com
May
4
Sat
Michigan Antique Festival @ Springfield Oaks County Park
May 4 all-day
Michigan Antique Festival @ Springfield Oaks County Park

Michigan Antique Festival

Michigan Antique Festival in Davisburg will take place on select weekends in May and October. Michigan

Antique Festival at Springfield Oaks County Park in Davisburg runs 8a-6p Saturday, and 9a-4p Sunday. Michigan Antique Festival is Michigan’s largest antique and collectible festival. Browse over 80 acres of antiques and collectibles from over 1000 dealers, enjoy a classic car show, food, live entertainment, and more! Parking is FREE. Hosted by MichiganAntiqueFestival.com.

More info

May
5
Sun
Michigan Antique Festival @ Springfield Oaks County Park
May 5 all-day
Michigan Antique Festival @ Springfield Oaks County Park

Michigan Antique Festival

Michigan Antique Festival in Davisburg will take place on select weekends in May and October. Michigan

Antique Festival at Springfield Oaks County Park in Davisburg runs 8a-6p Saturday, and 9a-4p Sunday. Michigan Antique Festival is Michigan’s largest antique and collectible festival. Browse over 80 acres of antiques and collectibles from over 1000 dealers, enjoy a classic car show, food, live entertainment, and more! Parking is FREE. Hosted by MichiganAntiqueFestival.com.

More info

May
11
Sat
National Mini-Golf Day at Cranbrook @ Cranbrook on the Green Mini Golf Course 
May 11 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
National Mini-Golf Day at Cranbrook @ Cranbrook on the Green Mini Golf Course 

National Mini-Golf Day at Cranbrook on the Green

National Mini-Golf Day at Cranbrook on the Green Mini Golf Course – Mother’s Day Event. Every year the

second Saturday in May is National Miniature Golf Day, and this year it falls on the same weekend as Mother’s Day. In honor of both holidays, Cranbrook is offering free admission to one special adult in your life on Saturday, May 11 and on Sunday May 12. To receive the complimentary ticket, please purchase all tickets for your group on-site. The last tickets will be sold 45 minutes before closing. Admission to the Art Museum is free with mini-golf admission. Enjoy making in the Art Lab, visit the Graduate Degree Exhibition or enjoy a snack and a latte at our FIKA Café. Hosted by cranbrook.eduCOURSE REVIEW / MORE INFO

Franklin Athletic Club Kids Night Out @ Franklin Athletic Club 
May 11 @ 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) – NERF FUN Theme

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

May
12
Sun
National Mini-Golf Day at Cranbrook @ Cranbrook on the Green Mini Golf Course 
May 12 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
National Mini-Golf Day at Cranbrook @ Cranbrook on the Green Mini Golf Course 

National Mini-Golf Day at Cranbrook on the Green

National Mini-Golf Day at Cranbrook on the Green Mini Golf Course – Mother’s Day Event. Every year the

second Saturday in May is National Miniature Golf Day, and this year it falls on the same weekend as Mother’s Day. In honor of both holidays, Cranbrook is offering free admission to one special adult in your life on Saturday, May 11 and on Sunday May 12. To receive the complimentary ticket, please purchase all tickets for your group on-site. The last tickets will be sold 45 minutes before closing. Admission to the Art Museum is free with mini-golf admission. Enjoy making in the Art Lab, visit the Graduate Degree Exhibition or enjoy a snack and a latte at our FIKA Café. Hosted by cranbrook.eduCOURSE REVIEW / MORE INFO

May
14
Tue
Foster Care Orientation Meeting @ Ennis Center for Children
May 14 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Foster Care Orientation Meeting

Foster Care Orientation Meeting at the Ennis Center for Children (248-334-2715, www.enniscenter.org)

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