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Skate for a Cause at Southfield Sports Arena

November 24 - December 23 @ 5:00 pm - 6:50 pm

Family skating at Skate for a Cause Southfield Sports Arena as a child learns to skate with support during the community event

Photo credit: iStock/FatCamera

Description

Families can enjoy free skating while donating food items to help local families. Kids will like the evening ice time and the easy, drop in format. Bring a nonperishable item for admission and rental.

Event cost: Free with a donated nonperishable food item

Event times: 5 to 6:50 p.m. Nov. 24 and Dec. 23

Additional Information

Website: https://www.cityofsouthfield.com/news/southfield-parks-recreation-invites-community-skate-cause-november-24

Age recommendation: Early Elementary (K-3), Late Elementary (4-5), Preschool, Teens, Toddlers, Tweens

Neighborhood: Oakland County

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