Oakland County Moms Calendar of Metro Detroit Spring Events
Troy Maple Syrup Time
Troy Maple Syrup Time – at Stage Nature Center. Take a guided tour through the sugar bush of the Stage Nature Center to discover how maple trees make sugar and how people have harvested it through the ages. This family-friendly program highlights natural and local history of our region. Tour includes a visit to the sugar shed to see a wood-stoked evaporator in action and activities to learn more about syrup making. Everyone will sample maple treats and children will have an opportunity to make a simple craft. Shop for Michigan-made maple syrup, cream, candy and more. Tours every 15 minutes. Call 248-688-9703 for cost info or to register – or visit www.troynaturesociety.org.
MSU Tollgate Farm MapleFest
MSU Tollgate Farm MapleFest – at MSU Tollgate farm. This family-friendly event begins with a wagon tour out to the Sugar Bush where you will tour the Sugar Shack, learn how to tap a tree, explore the history of maple tapping and more. Pre-registration is required. Hosted by MSU Tollgate Farm.
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Mad Science of Detroit Kids Night Out
Mad Science of Detroit Kids Night Out at Mad Science of Detroit (248-773-8530, madsciencedetroit.com)
Kids can create new crafts & activities each week, explore, eat dinner, and watch a movie with Mad Science’s STEM loving Scientists. Drop off and Pick up any time between 6p and 9p. $19 per child. Ideal for kids ages 5-12; kids as young as 4 may attend with an older sibling. Call to reserve. Hosted by our friends at madsciencedetroit.com.
Troy Maple Syrup Time
Troy Maple Syrup Time – at Stage Nature Center. Take a guided tour through the sugar bush of the Stage Nature Center to discover how maple trees make sugar and how people have harvested it through the ages. This family-friendly program highlights natural and local history of our region. Tour includes a visit to the sugar shed to see a wood-stoked evaporator in action and activities to learn more about syrup making. Everyone will sample maple treats and children will have an opportunity to make a simple craft. Shop for Michigan-made maple syrup, cream, candy and more. Tours every 15 minutes. Call 248-688-9703 for cost info or to register – or visit www.troynaturesociety.org.
Paradise Park Easter Egg Hunt
Paradise Park Easter Egg Hunt & Lunch Buffet – 248-735-1050, www.paradiseparknovi.com. Hundreds of eggs
filled with candy, tokens, and surprises. Paradise Park offers a lunch buffet after the egg hunt. Buffet is served from noon-1:15p and includes apps, pizza, breadsticks, salad, and unlimited beverages. Registration includes – hunt, buffet, free attractions, and games. $21.95 per person, $19.95 per child 9 and younger. Pre-registration required – call 248-735-1050.
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Novi Home Show
Novi Home Show – Talk to reps from local companies and meet experts that can design, build, and complete your home renovation and yard project. Learn from great tips, demos, and advice. You can purchase tickets online and save money by visiting novihomeshow.com. MORE INFO…
Novi Home Show Hours (Subject To Change)
FRI 12p-7p, SAT 10a-7p, SUN 10a-5p
Novi Home Show
Novi Home Show – Talk to reps from local companies and meet experts that can design, build, and complete your home renovation and yard project. Learn from great tips, demos, and advice. You can purchase tickets online and save money by visiting novihomeshow.com. MORE INFO…
Novi Home Show Hours (Subject To Change)
FRI 12p-7p, SAT 10a-7p, SUN 10a-5p
Novi Home Show
Novi Home Show – Talk to reps from local companies and meet experts that can design, build, and complete your home renovation and yard project. Learn from great tips, demos, and advice. You can purchase tickets online and save money by visiting novihomeshow.com. MORE INFO…
Novi Home Show Hours (Subject To Change)
FRI 12p-7p, SAT 10a-7p, SUN 10a-5p
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…
Paradise Park Parents Night Out
Paradise Park Parents Night Out Friday Night Movies at Paradise Park Novi (248-735-1050, www.paradiseparknovi.com)
Treat your kids to an incredible evening with an exclusive package. For $18, your child will enjoy a homemade pizza and/or pasta dinner buffet, a 1-hour unlimited arcade card, and 1 round of Laser Tag. Movie begins at 7:30p. Please note, children 9 and under require supervision by a responsible party aged 16 or older. RSVP here.
