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Families can enjoy a full weekend of comics, anime, cosplay and interactive fun including bounce houses, face painting and gaming. Kids will love the contests, live shows and hands-on activities, while parents can explore vendors and artist booths. Free parking and admission make it easy to attend.
Event cost: Free...
Sensory Friendly Storytime at Shelby Township Library offers an inclusive reading experience designed for children of all abilities. Kids can enjoy stories in a smaller group setting with visual supports, fidgets and a simple activity afterward. Registration is required for each child and siblings are welcome.
Event cost: Free
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Families can shop quality used books at low prices and support the Friends of the Library. Kids can browse affordable books for their home library, and there may be specialty items available for more. Donations for the sale are accepted on Tuesdays and Wednesdays only during library hours.
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PreK Story & STEAM at Detroit Hives Nature Preserve combines a fun children’s story with hands-on STEAM activities. Preschoolers explore science, technology, engineering, art and math through creative projects designed to spark curiosity and early learning.
This engaging program is designed especially for young learners and takes place twice each...
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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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...
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...
African American Family Book Expo and Read In celebrates its 10 year milestone with more than 40 independent Black authors and a lively family atmosphere. Kids can enjoy free Black history coloring sheets, bookmarks and giveaways while families shop for autographed books and hear live read ins throughout the...
Discover and Play Family Fest is a free, kid friendly event focused on early childhood learning through hands on play. Families can explore activity stations that support motor skills, problem solving and social development for kids of all ages. One free ticket is required per family and advance registration...
This preschool program pairs a children’s story with hands-on STEAM activities focused on science, art and problem-solving. Kids enjoy guided activities designed for early learners in a small-group setting. Space is limited, and advance registration is required.
Event cost: DHNP members $4, General public $6
Event times: 10-11 a.m. Jan. 23....
Kids can enjoy a cozy reading of The Mitten by Jan Brett followed by a chance to meet a real animal inspired by the story. This interactive storytime blends literacy and wildlife learning in a calm, engaging format for young children. The program is part of Hands On Holidays...
