Oakland County Moms Calendar of Metro Detroit Spring Events
Great Lakes Crossing Malloween – The first 2000 children in costume (12 years old and under) receive a goody bag to use for trick-or-treating throughout the mall. Trick-or-treating is at participating stores marked with a balloon. Trick-or-treating starts at 11a and runs through 1p, Family Fun entertainment from 1p-3p. While supplies last. Enjoy Trick-or-Treating, face painting, balloon animals, arts-n-crafts, and enter to win A $1,000 shopping spree. For more info, visit greatlakescrossingoutlets.com. MORE INFO…
Madison Hts Holiday Tree Lighting
Madison Hts Holiday Tree Lighting is Hosted by the City of Madison Hts at Civic Center Plaza at the Gazebo. The Mayor will welcome Santa and present him with an official key to the City. Visitors will enjoy cookies and cocoa while listening to seasonal music. Following the tree lighting program, children may wish to get their photos taken with Santa and Mrs Claus inside the Breckenridge Room of the Library. As this event is privately sponsored, the Mayor asks the community to help keep this tradition going, by making a donation payable to “City of Madison Heights – Christmas Light Fund.”. For more info, call 248-589-2294. Hosted by the City of Madison Hts.
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Great Lakes Crossing Holiday Extravaganza
Great Lakes Crossing Holiday Extravaganza is a fun and free Christmas event. Enjoy live music, a DJ, fun contests for kids, trivia challenges, costumed characters, speed painting demonstration, and prizes. This is a FREE event. Hosted by Great Lakes Crossing Outlets.
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DIA MLK Day Events
DIA MLK Day Events – Detroit Film Theatre – “King: A Filmed Record… Montgomery to Memphis” 1p
Create a pencil drawing while taking a look at the African American Art collection during Drawing in the Galleries. All supplies provided. Enjoy lunch in Kresge Court with live music from Detroit musicians Wendell Harrison and Pamela Wise. For more info, visit dia.org.
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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.
GLC Easter Bunny Pet Photo Night
GLC Easter Bunny Pet Photo Night at Great Lakes Crossing (District 7). Bring your furry friend to meet the Easter Bunny at Bunnyville located in District 7 adjacent to AMC Theater. All pets must be on a leash or in a pet carrier. Dogs and cats must be up-to-date with their shots and owners will be responsible for their pets at all times. Reserve online here. Hosted by www.greatlakescrossingoutlets.com.
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Red Oaks Nature Center Homeschool Series
Red Oaks Nature Center Homeschool Series (248-585-0100) A new homeschool theme each month.
Homeschool sessions are adapted for two age groups: Ages 6-9 and ages 10-13. Cost is $10/child/session. Preregistration with payment is required by calling 248-858-0916 weekdays or register online. No on-site registration will be available. Sessions are designed as a drop-off program for youth. All students are welcome. Hosted by Oakland County Parks and Recreation.
GLC Sensory-Friendly Easter Bunny Visit
GLC Sensory-Friendly Easter Bunny Visit ‘Bunny Cares’ – An Autism Speaks Sensory-Friendly Easter Bunny Visit at Great Lakes Crossing (District 7). Children with special needs and their families are invited to a private photo session where extra care is taken to support the sensory, physical and other developmental needs of children. Reserve online here. Hosted by www.greatlakescrossingoutlets.com.
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Red Oaks Nature Center Homeschool Series
Red Oaks Nature Center Homeschool Series (248-585-0100) A new homeschool theme each month.
Homeschool sessions are adapted for two age groups: Ages 6-9 and ages 10-13. Cost is $10/child/session. Preregistration with payment is required by calling 248-858-0916 weekdays or register online. No on-site registration will be available. Sessions are designed as a drop-off program for youth. All students are welcome. Hosted by Oakland County Parks and Recreation.
Red Oaks Nature Center Full Pink Moon Meditation & Bonfire
Red Oaks Nature Center Full Pink Moon Meditation & Bonfire – Red Oaks Nature Center (248-585-0100)
Following the moon cycle connects us with nature in a meaningful way. Enjoy a mini hike, cozy fire and calming meditation during the full moon. No meditation experience necessary. Dress for the weather. The program is suitable for ages 7 and older. Cost is $5/person. Preregistration with payment required by calling 248-858-0916 weekdays or 248-585-0100 during nature center hours or online. Hosted by Oakland County Parks and Recreation.
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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.
