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See big names like Shinedown and Seether at this annual rock show, which is presented by 101 WRIF.
Middle and high school students can defy gravity! Parkour is getting from point A to point B as quickly and efficiently as possible while navigating obstacles along the way. On Thursday, July 11, 6:30-7:30 p.m., this action-packed workshop is led by trained professional athletes from Phoenix Freerunning Academy.
Registration is...
See the work of more than 200 artists, enjoy eats from area restaurants and peruse a wide variety of local merchants.
Event cost: Free
Event times: 10 a.m.-9 p.m. daily, July 13-16, 2022
This expo will share tips with young ladies on how to look like the queen they are, including how to wear age appropriate makeup and eyelashes. Pre-registration is required.
Join Washtenaw County Parks and Recreation for their third annual Glow-in-the-Dark Fun Run through County Farm Park. You'll receive a special t-shirt. Registration required.
Event cost: $20
Event time: 8:30-10:30 p.m. June 23, 2022
Middle and high school students can learn what it takes to be an effective babysitter on Thursday, June 27 from 5-8 p.m. This program will cover important skills needed by babysitters including health and safety information, diapering, feeding and soothing an infant and first aid and emergency procedures. A...
On Tuesday, June 25, middle and high school students are invited to get a beautiful henna tattoo designed by Angel Shah of Mehendi Styling. Register for one of two sessions: 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. or 7:30 - 8:30 p.m. Registration and signed permission slips, which are available at ropl.org...
Middle and high school students will be trapped in the Upside Down! On Thursday, June 20, 6:30-7:30 p.m., they must get out before the dangers overtake them! Solve the puzzles and escape the Demogorgon in this Stranger Things-inspired escape room.
Registration is limited to 20. Visit ropl.org or call the...
Are you a middle or high school student interested in learning how to code? On Wednesday, June 19, from 6:30-8 p.m. join ROPL’s very own code club and learn how to create animations and games using Scratch, HTML and CSS. Start with simple projects and advance as you go.
Registration...
This race features a 5K and 10K run and walk. The race route will showcase the Detroit Riverwalk and Dequindre Cut. All participants will receive a t-shirt, a commemorative medal, post race snacks and other goodies.
Event cost: $35+
Event time: 8-11:45 a.m. June 11, 2022
Families can enjoy an open-air market with more than 150 artisans featuring handcrafted products, sip lavender lemonade or ice cream and attend classes or speakers about gardening and wellness topics. For kids, there is a children's activity tent with crafts and entertainment and all families can enjoy the u-pick...
See live outdoor musical performances on the Hines Park Lincoln Stage in Kellogg Park throughout the summer. You can drop off your chairs and blankets at 3:30 p.m. on concert days.
Event cost: Free
Event times: 7 p.m. Fridays; May 24-Aug. 30, 2024







