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Oakland County Moms Calendar of Metro Detroit Summer Events

Mar
17
Fri
St Patrick’s Day Irish Fest @ Hellenic Cultural Center
Mar 17 @ 3:00 pm

St Patrick’s Day Irish Fest – Celebration of traditional Irish music, song and dance with the Ardan Academy of Irish Dance, the Gavin family and more. Irish food and drink available for purchase. $10, Under 12 years old FREE. For more info, contact Michael at 313-537-3489.

Aug
5
Sat
Westland Fireworks @ Central City Park
Aug 5 @ 10:00 pm
Westland Fireworks @ Central City Park

Westland Fireworks – Blues, Brews & BBQ Fireworks at Central City Park.
Fireworks close out the festivities at the 2-day festival that features blues music, beer tents, and BBQ. For more info, visit cityofwestland.com

Aug
11
Fri
Wint Nature Center Puddle Jumper Series @ Wint Nature Center
Aug 11 @ 10:30 am – 11:15 am

Wint Nature Center Puddle Jumper Series –  at Wint Nature Center at Independence Oaks County Park 248-625-6473. Children ages 3-6 can enjoy nature fun as they increase their love for the great outdoors. A naturalist will engage children with a story, nature talk and related activity. Each child will receive a craft kit to take and make at home. This series meets the second Friday of each month. Cost: $4/child. Call 248-858-0916 weekdays to register. Hosted by Oakland County Parks and Recreation.

Aug
26
Sat
Ready Livingston Annual Family Emergency Readiness Expo @ LESA bldg
Aug 26 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

Ready Livingston Annual Family Emergency Readiness Expo – Discover essential resources, expert speakers, and exhibitors focused on emergency preparedness. Gain valuable knowledge and practical tools to tackle crises effectively. Free admission. Kid friendly.

Sep
16
Sat
Rockhound’s Dream Show @ Hartland Education Support Service Center
Sep 16 all-day
Rockhound’s Dream Show – Saturday from 10-6, Sunday from 10-4. This is a family friendly event for all ages. Browse, shop and mingle with other rock and

mineral enthusiasts. Regardless of your knowledge and experience level, everyone is welcome. Kids activities, kid’s table, fluorescent rock booth, Geode cracking, tours, demos, vendors, and auctions. $5 ages 18+, $1 ages 12-18, FREE ages under 12. For more info, visit lgmsrockshow.com.
Sep
17
Sun
Rockhound’s Dream Show @ Hartland Education Support Service Center
Sep 17 all-day
Rockhound’s Dream Show – Saturday from 10-6, Sunday from 10-4. This is a family friendly event for all ages. Browse, shop and mingle with other rock and

mineral enthusiasts. Regardless of your knowledge and experience level, everyone is welcome. Kids activities, kid’s table, fluorescent rock booth, Geode cracking, tours, demos, vendors, and auctions. $5 ages 18+, $1 ages 12-18, FREE ages under 12. For more info, visit lgmsrockshow.com.
Jan
15
Mon
Westland MLK Celebration and Remembrance Walk @ Westland City Hall
Jan 15 @ 9:00 am
Westland MLK Celebration and Remembrance Walk @ Westland City Hall

Westland MLK Celebration and Remembrance Walk

Westland MLK Celebration and Remembrance Walk – The City will start with a remembrance walk to commemorate his life and legacy followed by our annual ceremony to express how Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. had inspired us, what his message means to us, and to help inspire people to continue with his message and help make the world a more inclusive and righteous place for us and our children to live in. For more info, visit cityofwestland.com.

More MLK Day events

Mar
20
Wed
Wint Nature Center Homeschool Series @ Wint Nature Center 
Mar 20 @ 10:30 am – 12:30 pm
Wint Nature Center Homeschool Series @ Wint Nature Center 

Wint Nature Center Homeschool Series

Wint Nature Center Homeschool Series (248-625-6473) 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.

Apr
17
Wed
Wint Nature Center Homeschool Series @ Wint Nature Center 
Apr 17 @ 10:30 am – 12:30 pm
Wint Nature Center Homeschool Series @ Wint Nature Center 

Wint Nature Center Homeschool Series

Wint Nature Center Homeschool Series (248-625-6473) 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.

May
10
Fri
Clarkston Preschool Nature Program @ Wint Nature Center
May 10 @ 10:30 am – 11:30 am
Clarkston Preschool Nature Program @ Wint Nature Center

Clarkston Preschool Nature Program

Clarkston Preschool Nature Program at Wint Nature Center (248-625-6473). Children ages 3-6 can enjoy nature fun as they increase their love for the outdoors. A naturalist will engage children with a story, nature talk and a related hands-on activity. Each child will make a craft to take home. A different seasonal theme each month. Cost is $5/child. Preregistration with payment required by calling 248-858-0916 weekdays or 248-625-6473. Hosted by Oakland County Parks and Recreation.

More OC Parks events

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.