Oakland County Moms Calendar of Metro Detroit Spring Events
Boogie-Woogie at the Clawson Library Gazebo – Join Matthew Ball aka The Boogie Woogie Kid for this family concert of toe-tappin American fare, featuring New Orleans Song, Boogie-woogie piano, and Dancin’ Swing Era hits.
Contact: Matthew Ball, matt@boogiewoogiekid.com
Fall Classic Skateboard Competition – Come watch or participate in one of the Midwest’s coolest skateboard competitions. Hundreds of people will be entertained by the skills area skateboarders display in Beginner to Advanced Divisions. For more info, 248-426-0899.
Kidz Fall Fair – Rain Date is 9/25. Enjoy a bounce house, petting zoo, crafts, games, storytelling, face painting and very affordable food and drinks. For more info, call 248-759-7503. https://salemucc.us/
Fall Classic Skateboard Competition – Come watch or participate in one of the Midwest’s coolest skateboard competitions. Hundreds of people will be entertained by the skills area skateboarders display in Beginner to Advanced Divisions. For more info, 248-426-0899.
Clawson Breakfast with Santa – Pre-registration required. Hosted by Clawson Parks & Recreation.
Farmington Martin Luther King Jr Day Celebration – 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
noon – Keynote Speakers: Tom Marsh and Tom Daniels, co-authors of Black and White Like You and Me (Books will be available for purchase and signing following the program, $15 cash or check)
2p – 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.
Kensington Kids’ Club – 810-227-8910, metroparks.com. Ages 7-12. $5 per child / Adults FREE. Get outside, explore and have fun with this monthly program for children 7-12 years old at the Kensington Metropark Nature Center.Learn about birds, starting fires, stalking animals or catching insects, each month will focus on connecting with the world around us, deepening naturalist knowledge and learning new outdoor skills. Ages 7-12. $5 per child / Adults FREE. Pre-registration is required online or by calling 810-227-8910.
Kirk in the Hills Preschool Open House – Come meet the teachers, tour the classrooms, and see for yourself all that Kirk in the Hills Preschool has to offer. This is a FREE event. Programs for 2 year old – young 5 year olds. For more info, 248-973-8017 Hosted by Kirk in the Hills Preschool.
Troy Sports Day – Conveniently held at Troy High School, local youth sports organizations will have information and representatives to answer your questions and provide detailed information on their leagues. Leagues attending – Troy Youth Soccer League, Troy Cowboys Football, Troy Baseball Boosters, Troy Recreation Department, Michigan Nationals Soccer. This is a FREE event. Hosted by Troy Recreation.
Canterbury Village Cupcake Crawl – The shops of the village will each feature a different homemade cupcake for you to sample as you stroll the village. Be sure to vote for your favorite at the end. $2 entry at the door (includes all cupcakes). $5 Parking is required at all events in addition to the admission fee unless otherwise noted. Hosted by www.canterburyvillage.com.
