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Parents of kids with autism can listen to national speaker, author and autism expert, Ron Sandison as he tells stories to help children and families. Parents and educators will learn practical ways to empower children with autism to develop their gifts, handle sensory issues, decode behavior issues, and learn self–efficiency.
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Shop the area’s largest assortment of beautiful flowers and plants from local farms, learn gardening and landscaping tips, discover new home improvement and gardening products, new building trends, home décor concepts and ideas from hundreds of local professionals and exhibitors showcasing everything you need. Explore unique fine art and...
Canton will focus a spotlight on arts and culture during the 10th annual Canton Acts of Culture Week, which will be presented virtually in 2021. Families can enjoy video "samples" of the cultural festivals of the past following on YouTube or Comcast (Channel 12), Wide Open West (Channel 10)...
Anyone ages 4 through adults who have wanted to try tennis but just haven't picked up that racket are invited to USTA events throughout southeast Michigan. Locations and ages vary by event, but no racket or equipment is required. Tennis activities, games and play will be offered in a...
LAFCU’s April reading event for Michigan kids ages 0-12 celebrates two of spring’s winged wonders: butterflies and bees. The featured story is “Teachers Smell Like Butterflies,” read by its author, Elaine Hardy, of East Lansing. Viewers will get a peek into the Butterfly House at MSU’s Michigan 4-H Children's Garden,...
Bring the kids out for a day of service cleaning up the park. Volunteers will help clean-up along the picnic areas and shoreline of the park. Individuals, families and groups are all welcome to participate. Volunteers will be assigned to different areas of the park at check-in. All necessary...
Families can learn about the top artifacts at each museum – Michigan Science Center & Grand Rapids Public Museum – while the presidents of both "battle" for best artifact in five categories.
The Yorkshire Museum, located in England, launched a weekly #CuratorBattle competition on Twitter to challenge other museums to...
Families are invited to join Bailey Park NDC and Eastside Community Network for an afternoon of environmentally friendly fun. There will be games, activities and information about how to be a citizen of the planet. Masks and social distancing are required.
Event Cost: Free, registration required
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