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Oakland County Moms Calendar of Metro Detroit Summer Events

Oct
8
Sat
Oakland County Parks Free Summer Concerts
Oct 8 all-day
Oakland County Parks Free Summer Concerts

Oakland County Parks Free Summer Concerts – Local musicians will be performing at a wide variety of parks throughout Oakland County through the summer and early fall. Grab a blanket and some lawn chairs and enjoy shows at some of the loveliest parks in Oakland County. Many musical styles and genres will be represented.

Full schedule of shows, locations, and times

Jan
16
Mon
Farmington Martin Luther King Jr Day Celebration @ Farmington Community Library
Jan 16 @ 10:00 am
Farmington Martin Luther King Jr Day Celebration @ Farmington Community Library

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.

Feb
4
Sat
Kensington Kids’ Club @ Kensington Metropark 
Feb 4 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Kensington Kids' Club @ Kensington Metropark 

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.

Mar
4
Sat
Kensington Kids’ Club @ Kensington Metropark 
Mar 4 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Kensington Kids' Club @ Kensington Metropark 

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.

Apr
1
Sat
Kensington Kids’ Club @ Kensington Metropark 
Apr 1 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Kensington Kids' Club @ Kensington Metropark 

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.

May
6
Sat
Kensington Kids’ Club @ Kensington Metropark 
May 6 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Kensington Kids' Club @ Kensington Metropark 

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.

May
20
Sat
Soggy Doggy at Deer Lake Beach @ Deer Lake Beach
May 20 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Soggy Doggy at Deer Lake Beach @ Deer Lake Beach

Soggy Doggy at Deer Lake Beach – Bring your dog to the beach to swim, play, fetch, and socialize. This is a FREE event. Pre-registration is required along with record of rabies & DHLPP vaccinations. Records can be presented in person at ITPR offices or emailed to mheilman@indtwp.org. To pre-register, visit indtwp.org. Hosted by Independence Twp Parks Rec & Seniors.

Jun
3
Sat
Kensington Kids’ Club @ Kensington Metropark 
Jun 3 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Kensington Kids' Club @ Kensington Metropark 

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.

Jun
10
Sat
Rochester Hills Public Library Summer Reading Kick-Off @ Rochester Hills Public Library
Jun 10 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Rochester Hills Public Library Summer Reading Kick-Off – Summer Reading Kick Off Party! All ages are welcome. Join us for outdoor entertainment, cold treats, and summer fun on the library lawn.

Jun
11
Sun
Kensington Metropark Hayride Adventure @ Kensington Metropark
Jun 11 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am
Kensington Metropark Hayride Adventure @ Kensington Metropark

Kensington Metropark Hayride Adventure – (810-227-8910, metroparks.com). Take part behind the scenes as the draft horses are harnessed and hitched to the wagon. Learn what the different elements of their harness do and how they work together. When the horses are dressed and ready, you’ll be all set for a relaxing hayride along the farm’s wooded trails. All ages. $6 per child / $10 per adult. Pre-registration is required online or by calling 810-227-8910.