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Oakland County Moms Calendar of Metro Detroit Summer 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

Taylor Swift Laser Light Show
Mar 30 @ 7:00 pm

Taylor Swift Laser Light Show

Taylor Swift Laser Light Show at Longway Planetarium. Laser Taylor Swift takes her biggest hits and brings them to life in dazzling laser light. Recommended for Ages 12+. Taylor Swift not your thing? Try Laser AC/DC vs Laser Guns ‘N Roses following Laser Taylor at 8p. Go to SloanLongway.org/LaserLightShows for tickets and information.

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
22
Mon
Oakland County Parks FREE Admission Day
Apr 22 all-day
Oakland County Parks FREE Admission Day

Oakland County Parks FREE Admission Day – All Oakland County Parks Division Parks (see list in description). Oakland County Parks and Recreation offers complimentary park entry to all guests. Addison Oaks Park/Day Use, Highland Oaks, Independence Oaks Park, Lyon Oaks Park/Day Use, Lyon Oaks Dog Park, Orion Oaks Park/Day Use, Orion Oaks Dog Park, Red Oaks Dog Park, Rose Oaks. Visitors can enjoy free daily park entry with access to natural areas, trails, dog parks and all park amenities. Park hours are 30 minutes before sunrise to 30 minutes after sunset, or as posted at the park. For more info, call 1-888-OCParks. MORE INFO / PARK LOCATIONS

May
2
Thu
Oakland County Parks FREE Admission Day
May 2 all-day
Oakland County Parks FREE Admission Day

Oakland County Parks FREE Admission Day – All Oakland County Parks Division Parks (see list in description). Oakland County Parks and Recreation offers complimentary park entry to all guests. Addison Oaks Park/Day Use, Highland Oaks, Independence Oaks Park, Lyon Oaks Park/Day Use, Lyon Oaks Dog Park, Orion Oaks Park/Day Use, Orion Oaks Dog Park, Red Oaks Dog Park, Rose Oaks. Visitors can enjoy free daily park entry with access to natural areas, trails, dog parks and all park amenities. Park hours are 30 minutes before sunrise to 30 minutes after sunset, or as posted at the park. For more info, call 1-888-OCParks. MORE INFO / PARK LOCATIONS

May
11
Sat
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
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

Jun
11
Tue
Foster Care Orientation Meeting @ Ennis Center for Children
Jun 11 @ 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

Jun
12
Wed
Lyon Twp Free Summer Concerts @ Inspiration Park
Jun 12 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Lyon Twp Free Summer Concerts

Lyon Twp Free Summer Concerts – Music on the Grand summer concert series at Inspiration Park on Grand River in New Hudson, Michigan. Enjoy FREE family fun entertainment at Inspiration Park on select Wednesday evenings this summer from 6p-8p. In addition to live music, a food truck and kids activities will be on-site. Bring your blanket/chair and plan a relaxing and fun evening with the community. Music acts will reflect a wide variety of genres.

Music schedule

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.

Jun
15
Sat
Flint Junteenth Celebraton @ Flint Cultural Center
Jun 15 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm

Flint Junteenth Celebraton

Flint Junteenth Celebraton – Speakers, authors, fun for lids, live music, crafts, hands-on activities for kids, and more. For more

info, visit https://sloanlongway.org/Juneteenth/.

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.