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Journey to the Sugarbush at Hudson Mills Metropark takes families on an outdoor walk to learn how maple syrup is made. Kids can see sap collection up close, discover how to identify maple trees and taste this sweet Michigan treat. Dress for the weather, as the entire 40 minute...
Mother Son Date Night at Heritage Hall invites families to enjoy an evening themed A Night at the Circus. Moms and sons will dance to a DJ, enjoy snacks and desserts and take fun photos together. Advance registration is required and tickets are not available at the door.
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Blakes Jr Bakers Workshop at Blakes Orchard and Cider Mill lets kids decorate a themed sweet treat in a hands on session. Children ages 5-12 will use supplied decorations, wear a chef hat and apron and complete a fun craft activity. A parent must stay during the workshop, and...
Kids Empire Indoor Playground in Chesterfield offers all day play with climbing structures, slides and space for kids to explore. Families can come rain or shine, enjoy re entry all day and even plan birthday parties with a dedicated host and dance party fun. Waivers and non grip socks...
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...
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...
Fighting for Freedom Harriet Tubman and the Combahee River Raid at Henry Ford Museum features a conversation with Pulitzer Prize winning author Dr. Edda L. Fields-Black. Families and teens will learn about Harriet Tubman’s role in the Combahee River Raid, followed by a Q and A and book signing....
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...
