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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...
American Girl Tea Party at Saline Recreation invites kids to bring their favorite doll for a fairy themed morning of crafts and treats. Participants will make tiny doll accessories, enjoy stories, take photos in a fairy garden backdrop and share tea with friends. Costumes and fairy wings are welcome,...
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...
Get ready for a high energy K Pop Dance Party at Fairytale Fun Place with popular songs, easy to follow dance moves and interactive games. Kids ages 4-12 can dance, learn simple choreography and join fun challenges designed just for them. Parents do not need a ticket, and photos...
Rosie Revere Iggy Peck and Ada Twist at The Berman Center for the Performing Arts brings these beloved book characters to life on stage. Families will follow three curious classmates as they dream big, solve problems and celebrate creativity. This live performance is a fun introduction to theater for...
Family Day Dreaming of Spring at Cranbrook Art Museum invites kids to create spring inspired art while enjoying a relaxing afternoon at the museum. Families can design flower bouquets, bead berries, build dreamy mobiles and explore how sculptures are packed for shipping. Activities are included with admission and youth...
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...
Feeding Time in the Nature Center at Stony Creek Metropark lets families watch the animals enjoy their lunch while learning from a park interpreter. Kids can ask questions, explore exhibits and hike the nearby trails during this relaxed, educational hour. Children must be accompanied by an adult and no...
Detroit Autorama at Huntington Place features more than 800 custom cars, trucks and motorcycles on display all weekend. Families can check out celebrity appearances, live music, special exhibits and the famous Ridler Award finalists. Kids ages 6-12 receive discounted admission and children 5 and under are free.
Event cost: $30...
