Oakland County Moms Calendar of Metro Detroit Spring Events
Kensington Metropark Snacks with Santa
Kensington Metropark Snacks with Santa – (810-227-8910, metroparks.com). A holiday season tradition at the Farm. Each visit includes a horse-drawn hayride or sleigh ride (weather dependent on which is available), a holiday sing-a-long, (complete with cozy blankets, song sheets, and jingle bells), snacks, (fruit, cookies, juice, hot cocoa, and coffee), and most importantly, a visit with Santa by the Christmas Tree. All ages. $12 per person. Pre-registration is required online or by calling 810-227-8910. A Metroparks daily or annual vehicle pass is required to enter any Metropark. You can purchase an annual pass HERE.
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Kensington Metropark Snacks with Santa
Kensington Metropark Snacks with Santa – (810-227-8910, metroparks.com). A holiday season tradition at the Farm. Each visit includes a horse-drawn hayride or sleigh ride (weather dependent on which is available), a holiday sing-a-long, (complete with cozy blankets, song sheets, and jingle bells), snacks, (fruit, cookies, juice, hot cocoa, and coffee), and most importantly, a visit with Santa by the Christmas Tree. All ages. $12 per person. Pre-registration is required online or by calling 810-227-8910. A Metroparks daily or annual vehicle pass is required to enter any Metropark. You can purchase an annual pass HERE.
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Flint Children’s Museum Noon Year’s Eve
Flint Children’s Museum Noon Year’s Eve at Flint Children’s Museum (810-767-5437, flintchildrensmu
Enjoy a firework art, noisemakers, party crowns, soda geysers, a noon balloon drop, plus more fun events. $8 per person. Pre-register at 810-767-KIDS. Hosted by the flintchildrensmuseum.org.
Farmington Hills MLK Day Celebration
Farmington Hills MLK Day Celebration at Farmington Community Library All events at the Main Library take place in the Auditorium, unless otherwise noted.
Annual Dr Martin Luther King Jr celebration includes activities and events for all ages!
10a – Make peace signs and banners – Main Library browsing room
11a – Peace walk down 12 Mile Rd
11:45a – Remarks from Officials
2p-3:30p – The Movement of Freedom Performance / 3:30p – FPS Dance Co Performance
6:30p – Student Community Challenge Showcase and Award Ceremony
For more info visit www.farmlib.org.
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Riley Park Ice Rink Glow Skate
Riley Park Ice Rink Glow Skate – Riley Park Ice Skating Rink Special Event. Riley Park ice rink is open daily, weather permitting. Hours are daily from 10a-10p. Fun dance music with special disco lighting. $5 per person. The rink does not have rental skates, but there are of skates available for skaters to borrow. Questions and inquiries on ice conditions should be directed to 248-474-5500 or check the Riley Park Ice Rink Facebook Page. Hosted by the City of Farmington.
Wixom Daddy Daughter Dance
Wixom Daddy Daughter Dance – Limited to the first 100 girls, Wixom residents only. Enjoy a special evening with your dad. Dress up and enjoy a pizza dinner, DJ, & dancing. Fee includes goodie bag, picture, and corsage. Must pre-register. Contact 248-624-2850 for cost info and to register. Hosted by the City of Wixom Recreation Department.
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.
Greater Farmington Film Festival
Greater Farmington Film Festival at Farmington Civic Theater. Enjoy these special theatrical shorts for kids at
Kid Flicks One at the Greater Farmington Film Festival. This special screening for kids is presented by the New York International Children’s Film Festival and the Farmington Community Library. This is a FREE event. Hosted by the Greater Farmington Film Festival.
Wixom Easter Egg Hunt
Wixom Easter Egg Hunt & Bunny Fun – Ages 2-10. Egg hunt, crafts, to go and the Easter Bunny will be on-site
for pics. No advanced registration required. Limited to the first 400 children. $5 per child. Rain or Shine event. Hosted by City of Wixom Parks & Recreation.
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Flint Children’s Museum Egg Hunt
Flint Children’s Museum Egg Hunt – The Flint Children’s Museum Egg-cellent Easter Egg Hunt has multiple
time slots – 11a, 1p, & 3p (Sensory-Friendly at 4p) www.flintchildrensmuseum.org Play in the museum, visit with the Easter Bunny, and participate in the Egg Hunt. $4 per child, bag included. Pre-register at 810-767-KIDS. Hosted by the Flint Children’s Museum.
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