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Watch ice dance team Emilea Zingas and Vadym Kolesnik perform a special exhibition and meet fans at Novi Ice Arena. Families can enjoy the skating performance, then stay for photos and autographs during the public meet and greet. Kids who love skating will enjoy seeing elite athletes perform up...
Family Day: Children and Play in the Ancient World at the Kelsey Museum of Archaeology invites families to explore what life was like for kids in ancient Mediterranean cultures. This free, hands-on event features activities, crafts and interactive learning for children and families.
Kids can create their own yarn bracelet,...
Para Ice Hockey Paralympic Gold Medal Watch Party at USA Hockey Arena invites families to cheer on Team USA during the big game. Visitors can see sled hockey equipment, learn about local programs and meet members of Metro Detroit Sled Hockey. Food and drinks will be available to order...
Detroit Youth Poetry Con at Wayne State University is a free event where teens explore writing, performance and creative careers. Participants will join workshops, open mic sessions and performances with guest artist Mahogany Jones. Lunch, dinner and snacks are provided, and advance registration is required.
Event cost: Free, registration required
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Learn About the Jackson House at Southfield Public Library explores the historic home of Dr. Sullivan and Richie Jean Sherrod Jackson. Families and teens will hear how the Selma, Alabama home sheltered civil rights leaders including Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and helped support the Selma to Montgomery marches....
The Royal Oak St. Patrick’s Day Parade returns for a festive celebration of Irish culture and community. Families can line Washington Avenue to watch colorful floats, marching groups and participants dressed in festive green during this lively annual tradition.
Kids, pets, bikes and wagons are encouraged to join the fun...
Science Saturdays at Briarwood Mall invites families to explore hands on activities with the Ann Arbor Hands On Museum and Leslie Science and Nature Center. Kids can enjoy themed afternoons featuring art, music, engineering, space and animals with experiments and take home projects. Some dates even include live animal...
Free First Friday at Cranbrook Institute of Science offers free general admission for families to explore hands on exhibits and interactive galleries. Kids can enjoy discovery spaces, live demonstrations and activities designed for toddlers through teens. Advance registration is required for this free event.
Event cost: Free admission, registration required....
Sing Movie Screening at KickstART Gallery is a free family film event presented by the Farmington Community Library. Kids will enjoy the animated story of a koala hosting a singing contest, plus the short film All That CHASS shown beforehand. Bring the whole family for a fun movie night...
The Veterans Spring Fling Craft and Vendor Show at Rose City Legion features local vendors, crafters, bakers and food trucks. Families can shop handmade goods, enjoy lunch and support a community food drive for local veterans. Bring canned food items to donate and plan to spend the day browsing...
Maple Sweetness at Wolcott Mill Metropark lets families explore maple syrup season with a short hike to the sugar shack. Kids can see a wood fired evaporator in action and learn how sap turns into syrup through hands on experiences and interactive videos. Maple treats will be available for...
Art March Opening Celebration at 215 WEST kicks off a month long celebration of creativity in Downtown Ferndale. Families can enjoy live music, artist meet and greets and hands on creative inspiration in a welcoming community space. Food will be available and a cash bar will be open for...
