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Kids of all ages can get up close and personal with the vehicles and enjoy The Mean Weenie Egg Roll Diva and Sip N Sweets, which will have food and drinks available to purchase. The first hour will be sensory-friendly, with no loud noises or flashing lights and quiet...
The movies are in a new spot this year in the East Parking Platform in Downtown Rochester. Featured movies begin at dusk and lot opens at 7 p.m.. Bring your own chairs. July 19 is Wicked, July 26 is Beetlejuice Beetlejuice and Aug. 2 is Moana 2.
Event cost: Free
Event times: 8:30 p.m....
Families can stop by A2SF's free outdoor summer series. Movie showings include Toy Story on June 15, Inside Out 2 on June 17, Office Space on June 18, Summer of Soul on June 19, The Wild Robot on June 22, Rebel Without a Cause on June 24, Beetlejuice Beetlejuice...
This annual festival at Blake’s features sweet strawberry surprises in addition to the usual farm fun and menu offerings. On Saturday, there will be u-picking strawberries, line dancing and a fireworks show. On Sunday, there will be u-picking strawberries and a free strawberry shortcake with every reserved ticket. All...
Offers a wide selection of media including drawing, painting, sculpture, glass, ceramics, jewelry, mixed media and more. There will also be live music, sidewalk sales and culinary treats.
Event cost: Free
Event times: 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Thursday-Friday and 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Saturday, July 17-19, 2025
Maker Afternoon: Earth Day with Bee Present Honey at Ypsilanti District Library-Michigan
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Come out to Ypsilanti District Library-Michigan to join Bee Present Honey for an Earth Day celebration for ages 6-plus. Bee Present Honey will present on honey bees and beekeepers and provide hands-on activities, including a honey taste test. Participants will make seed balls, bug hotels, and bee waterers. Registration...
Kids will get the chance to plant beautiful native Michigan flowers and learn how they help the environment at Campbell Branch. Supplies will be provided to create a craft. For all ages.
Event cost: Free
Event time: 4-5 p.m. April 22, 2025
All ages can come out to Wilder Branch to help clean up their grounds after a long winter. There will be pizza for all participants. Wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty and bring some gloves. Greening of Detroit will be also be hosting a presentation after the cleanup.
Event...
This all-ages event will take place at Indian Village Park. Participants will help by picking up trash, making basic improvements and more. Donuts, water and snacks will be provided. Make sure to bring gloves, flat head shovels and rakes.
Event cost: Free
Event time: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. April 26, 2025
Little ones can enjoy singing, dancing and lots of fun in Ypsilanti District Library-Michigan's downtown storytime. For ages 0-5.
Event cost: Free
Event time: 10:30-11:30 a.m. April 18, 2025
Come out to Sterling Heights Public Library to enjoy an eco-themed movie, make a sustainability craft and take home a free tree sapling to plant in your yard. No registration required.
Event cost: Free
Event time: Noon-2 p.m. April 19, 2025
University of Michigan fans can enjoy a free spring football game at Michigan Stadium to get a glimpse of the 2025-2026 team.
Event cost: Free
Event time: Noon April 19, 2025