Oakland County Moms Calendar of Metro Detroit Spring Events
Southfield Christmas Tree Lighting
Southfield Christmas Tree Lighting will follow the lighting ceremony at 6p. Take a walk through light up displays, enjoy refreshments, holiday activities and more. This is an all outdoor event so please dress accordingly. Admission is FREE. Hosted by Southfield Parks & Recreation.
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Southfield Soulful Santa Celebration
Southfield Soulful Santa Celebration at Southfield Pavillion. There will be professional photo opportunities for families visiting with Black Santa as well as take home crafts with cookies and hot chocolate available to attendees. Open to residents & non-residents. Tickets on sale at P&R Info Desk, call 248-796-4620 for more info. Hosted by Southfield Parks and Recreation.
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Franklin Athletic Club MLK Camp
Franklin Athletic Club MLK Camp for the school break; before & after care available. (248-352–8000 ext 222,
website) For ages 3-12. Schools out for MLK Day. Reserve your child’s space for a Day Camp. A full day of activities that include bounce houses, games, swimming, crafts and so much more! Contact eanguelova@ffrc.net to register. Limited space available.
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Southfield MLK Event
Southfield MLK Event – Drive for Freedom, Justice & Equity – The peace drive gather and depart from Hope United Methodist Church at 9a. For more information, call the MLK Task Force hotline at 248-924-9MLK or visit www.mlktaskforcemi.org.
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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.
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Heritage Park Sweetheart Stroll
Heritage Park Sweetheart Stroll – Celebrate Valentines Day with a candle-lit hike through the trails of Heritage Park. Share your love of nature as you discover the courtship and mating behaviors of native animals. Complete the evening with a warm drink and sweet treats at the Nature Center. Ages 18+. Preregistration required. $8 resident / $13 non. To register. Pre-registration required. To register. Hosted by the Farmington Hills Special Services (Parks & Rec) Department.
Southfield Winter Fest
Southfield Winter Fest – at Southfield Pavilion. Fun includes games, FREE ice skating, carriage rides, marshmallow roasting, ropes course, climbing wall, and more. Refreshments available for purchase. This is a FREE event. For more information, contact Southfield Parks & Recreation at 248-796-4620 or visit www.cityofsouthfield.com.
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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.
Southfield Daddy Daughter Dance
Southfield Daddy Daughter Dance – Young ladies ages 2-14 and younger are invited to dress their best for this special night. Each girl will receive a special gift. Please dress your best for this special night of dancing and refreshments. Don’t forget your camera to catch all the fun and special moments. Call 248-796-4620 for cost info and to register. You must be pre-registered to attend. There are NO ticket sales at the door. Hosted by the City of Southfield Parks & Rec Department.
Southfield Great Marshmallow Drop
Southfield Great Marshmallow Drop – 15,000 marshmallows are dropped from a helicopter. Participants then need to collect only one marshmallow that can be exchanged for a prize. There are four drop zone groups: Children ages 4 years and younger; children ages 5-7; and children ages 8-12. The drop for individuals with disabilities will begin at 11:30a. For more information, call 248-858-0916. Hosted by www.OaklandCountyParks.com
