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Oakland County Moms Calendar of Metro Detroit Summer Events

Apr
5
Fri
Stony Creek Nighttime Nature @ Stony Creek Metropark 
Apr 5 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Stony Creek Nighttime Nature @ Stony Creek Metropark 

Stony Creek Nighttime Nature

Stony Creek Nighttime Nature at Stony Creek Metropark – Stony Creek Metropark – (586-781-4242,

metroparks.com). A short presentation from a naturalist followed by an evening out on a nature walk. Ages 8+. $5 per person. Pre-registration is required online or by calling 586-781-9113. A Metroparks daily or annual vehicle pass is required to enter any Metropark. You can purchase an annual pass HERE.

More metroparks events

Apr
20
Sat
Bowers Farm Earth Day Celebration @ Bowers School Farm
Apr 20 @ 9:00 am – 2:00 pm
Bowers Farm Earth Day Celebration @ Bowers School Farm

Bowers Farm Earth Day Celebration

Bowers Farm Earth Day Celebration – Bowers School Farm (248-341-6475, schoolfarm.org)

Farm animal visits, garden activities, recycled crafts, composting demos, kids maker space, and more. Take part in a service project by signing up. Hosted by Bowers School Farm.

More Earth Day events

Stony Creek Nature Arts & Crafts @ Stony Creek Metropark 
Apr 20 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Stony Creek Nature Arts & Crafts @ Stony Creek Metropark 

Stony Creek Nature Arts & Crafts

Stony Creek Nature Arts & Crafts at Stony Creek Metropark – (586-781-4242, metroparks.com)

Get inspired as you learn how to paint, build, or create new items from upcycled and/or natural materials. Snacks and beverages provided. All tools & materials provided. Ages 16+. $8 per person. Pre-registration is required online or by calling 586-781-9113.

May
3
Fri
VoRH Car Seat Safety Check-up @ The Village of Rochester Hills
May 3 @ 1:30 pm – 4:00 pm
VoRH Car Seat Safety Check-up @ The Village of Rochester Hills

VoRH Car Seat Safety Check-up

VoRH Car Seat Safety Check-up – Fire Department technicians will inspect your child seats, provide installation tips, and ensure your children are in the right seat for their size and age. Sign up for an appointment to guarantee a spot using the link below or stop in on the day of the event. This is a FREE event. Hosted by Safe Kids, Hosted by TheVofRH, and the Rochester Hills Fire Department.

More Village of Rochester Hills events

May
10
Fri
Rock Around The Hawk @ The HAWK FH Community Center
May 10 @ 10:00 am
Rock Around The Hawk @ The HAWK FH Community Center

Rock Around The Hawk – (fhgov.com). A FREE drop-in music program for ages 18mos-5 years. Celebrate a different musical theme each month and join in for a morning of music and activities. For more info, 248-699-6700.

May
11
Sat
Stony Creek Metropark MetroBarks @ Stony Creek Metropark
May 11 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am
Stony Creek Metropark MetroBarks @ Stony Creek Metropark

Stony Creek Metropark MetroBarks

Stony Creek Metropark MetroBarks: Paws in the Park – (586-781-4242, metroparks.com)

Explore Stony Creek Metropark with your furry friend. During each program, a park interpreter will meet you at different dog-friendly rustic trails throughout the park. Enjoy a nice hike through the woods as you discover the trees, wildflowers, and animals that call the Metroparks home. All ages event. $5 Adult / $3 Child. Pre-registration is required online or by calling 586-781-9113.

More Metroparks events

May
12
Sun
Stony Creek Metropark Walk-A-Mom @ Stony Creek Metropark
May 12 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Stony Creek Metropark Walk-A-Mom @ Stony Creek Metropark

Stony Creek Metropark Walk-A-Mom

Stony Creek Metropark Walk-A-Mom – at Stony Creek Metropark (586-781-4242, metroparks.com)
Bring your Mom, Grandmother or someone who is like a mom to you out for a self-guided spring hike on the trails and make some memories. Enjoy the wildflowers that are starting to bloom and share some quality time with the special person in your life. Be sure to stop by the nature center to get a certificate and a flower to plant at home. 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 Metroparks events

May
16
Thu
FREE Third Thursdays at Cranbrook Art Museum and Cranbrook Institute of Science @ Cranbrook Art Museum & Cranbrook Institute of Science
May 16 all-day
FREE Third Thursdays at Cranbrook Art Museum and Cranbrook Institute of Science @ Cranbrook Art Museum & Cranbrook Institute of Science

FREE Third Thursdays at Cranbrook

FREE Third Thursdays at Cranbrook Art Museum and Cranbrook Institute of Science – FREE admission to

Cranbrook Art Museum AND Cranbrook Institute of Science. Enjoy FREE tours, design art projects, demonstrations, make-and-take fun and more. Visitors are requested to register in advance to visit Cranbrook Institute of Science via their website. Walk-ins are welcome, but entrance is not guaranteed due to capacity limits. For more info and times, visit cranbrook.edu.
This page is intended to be used as a guide. Oakland County Moms does not run these events. Oakland County Moms is not responsible for changes to event descriptions, event times or details, or event cancellations.
May
17
Fri
Jimmy Johns Field Friday Fireworks @ Jimmy John's Field
May 17 @ 10:00 pm

Jimmy Johns Field Friday Fireworks

Jimmy Johns Field Friday Fireworks – at Jimmy Johns Field after each game (248-601-2400 ext 4, uspbl.com). Enjoy fireworks and affordable family-friendly fun every Friday night this summer! Fireworks start after each Friday Night Game at Jimmy John’s Field.

More info

More fireworks

This page is intended to be used as a guide. Oakland County Moms does not run these events. Oakland County Moms is not responsible for changes to event descriptions, event times or details, or event cancellations.

May
18
Sat
LEGOLAND Mini Master Model Builder Competition @ LEGOLAND Discovery Center Michigan 
May 18 @ 8:30 am – 10:00 am
LEGOLAND Mini Master Model Builder Competition @ LEGOLAND Discovery Center Michigan 

LEGOLAND Mini Master Model Builder Competition

LEGOLAND Mini Master Model Builder Competition – LEGOLAND Discovery Center Michigan (248-409-6009, legolanddiscoverycenter.com/michigan)

Children ages 5-10 are invited to enter this competition. Contestants will compete with other mini LEGO® fans to build their very own creation entirely out of LEGO® bricks. Each Contestant Receives – Free Admission for themselves and 2 family members (or friends), 50% off tickets for up to 4 more guests to watch, A special prize just for participating. Winner will have an opportunity to represent the great ‘Mitten State’ and virtually compete for the title of the Mini Master Model Builder of North America. Register HERE.

More LEGOLAND events