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SUMMARY:Winter at Valade @ Robert C. Valade Park
DESCRIPTION:The Detroit Riverfront Conservancy is committed to helping visitors embrace winter by extending our great riverfront programming year-round at Robert C. Valade Park with the return of Winter at Valade. Join us in January and February to enjoy oversized fires\, sleds\, games\, drinks\, food\, and a full schedule of programs and events\, including the return of our signature themed weekends\, winter wellness activities\, and more! View full details on the tabs to the left or scroll down to learn about each activity. \nFree parking for Winter at Valade is located in the lot at the corner of Chene and Guoin (enter on Guoin). There is additional parking at the Stroh Riverplace Garage and nearby side streets. Please follow all posted parking directional signage and do not park on Atwater Street.  Click here for a street and lot parking map. \nOther transportation options include: \n\nDDOT Jefferson bus #9 to Chene stop. Walk 3 blocks south towards the river and Atwater street.\nMoGo\, Detroit’s bike share program\, has stations throughout Metro Detroit. Pick up a bike from your nearest station and ride to the Atwater and Joseph Campau station. From there\, walk one block west along Atwater to Valade.\nThe Connect shuttle runs a free loop from the Rivertown area to Michigan Central Station in Corktown along Atwater\, Jefferson\, Fort\, and Michigan. Ride to the Atwater or Jos Campou/Wright stop from any station along the route. More at this link.\n\nJoin us for special themed weekends!\nFire and Ice Festival – January 10-12 \nLunar New Year – February 14-16 \nFireside Fridays\nEach Friday from Jan 10 to Feb 21 from 6 to 9 p.m. guests can enjoy family friendly-fun featuring karaoke with Detroit’s own Karaoke Kingz\, classic and new board games\, and food and drink specials from Smokey G’s Smokehouse and the Valade Shed Bar.  Come back weekly for unique karaoke themes! While karaoke and games will take place inside the heated building at Valade\, be sure to explore the park for curling\, sledding\, and fire pits for roasting s’mores! \nSelf Care Sundays\nEach Sunday from Jan 12 to Feb 23 will feature free group fitness classes designed for the winter weather. The Polar Power Walk offers an upbeat\, cardio driven group walk along the Riverfront with stops for stretching and group movement. The Self Care Sunday Stroll is a slower\, more meditative experience focused on the senses and checking in with your mental health. Both classes are fully outdoors\, open to all ages\, and start at 2pm. \nImage Source
URL:https://eastsidekids.org/event/winter-at-valade-robert-c-valade-park/2025-02-07/
LOCATION:Robert C. Valade Park\, 2670 Atwater Street\, Detroit\, MI\, 48207
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Play
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SUMMARY:Nature Art Hike @ Belle Isle Nature Center
DESCRIPTION:Join Belle Isle Nature Center staff on a scenic walk to appreciate the colors\, shapes\, and textures of nature. Create ephemeral art on the landscape. \nImage Source \n 
URL:https://eastsidekids.org/event/nature-art-hike-belle-isle-nature-center-3/2025-02-09/
LOCATION:Belle Isle Nature Center\, 176 Lakeside Drive\, Detroit\, Michigan\, 48207
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Play
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SUMMARY:Nature Art Hike @ Belle Isle Nature Center
DESCRIPTION:Join Belle Isle Nature Center staff on a scenic walk to appreciate the colors\, shapes\, and textures of nature. Create ephemeral art on the landscape. \nImage Source \n 
URL:https://eastsidekids.org/event/nature-art-hike-belle-isle-nature-center-4/2025-02-09/
LOCATION:Belle Isle Nature Center\, 176 Lakeside Drive\, Detroit\, Michigan\, 48207
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Play
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SUMMARY:Sensory-Friendly Sundays @ Dodge Park Ice Rink
DESCRIPTION:For up to the minute information regarding weather closures\, call the Ice Rink Hotline at (586) 446-2711.\nDodge Park Ice Rink Hours:\nMonday through Thursday: 12 – 9 p.m. \nFriday: 12 – 10 p.m. \nSaturday: 11 a.m. – 10 p.m. \nSunday: 11 a.m. – 8 p.m. \nHoliday Hours\nDec. 24 and Dec. 31: 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. \nDec. 25 and Jan. 1: Closed \nFeb. 9: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. \nFees:\n\nSterling Heights Residents: Free only with valid ID.\nNon-Residents: $5 per person.\nSkate Rentals: $4\nSkate Sharpening: $5\nAlthough cash is accepted\, we encourage patrons to use Master Card\, Visa or Discover.\n\nSpecial Events\nCocoa with C.O.R.E.\nDec. 23\, 5:30 – 9 p.m. \nGlow Stick Nights: 7 – 9p.m.\nEach person will receive a free glow stick while supplies last. \n\n70’s Night: Jan. 4\n80’s Night: Jan. 11\n90’s Night: Jan. 18\n2000’s: Jan. 25\n\nDate Night\nFeb. 14\, 7 – 9 p.m.\nEach couple will get a sweet treat. \nSuperhero Day\nJan. 11\, 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. \nPrincess Day\nFeb. 15\, 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. \nSensory Friendly Sundays\nOffered on the second Sunday of each month from December through February between 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sensory Friendly Sundays offers a more accessible skating experience with dimmed lighting and no music. Skate trainers will be available on a first come\, first serve basis. \nThank You to Our Sponsors\n\nChristian Financial Credit Union\nSterling Heights Area Community Foundation\nVersiti Blood Center of Michigan\nSoprano’s Catering\n\nImage Source
URL:https://eastsidekids.org/event/sensory-friendly-sundays-dodge-park-ice-rink/2025-02-09/
LOCATION:Dodge Park\, 40750 Utica Road\, Sterling Heights\, Michigan\, 48313
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Play
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SUMMARY:Sunday Funday @ The Discovery Center
DESCRIPTION:Open Family Play. No admission\, donations suggested ($5/child). \nImage Source
URL:https://eastsidekids.org/event/sunday-funday-the-discovery-center-2/2025-02-09/
LOCATION:The Discovery Center\, 54 Cherry Street\, Mount Clemens\, Michigan\, 48043
CATEGORIES:Educational Activities,Indoor Play
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SUMMARY:Superb Owl Sunday @ Lake St Clair Metropark
DESCRIPTION:That’s not a typo you see\, this Sunday is all about the “Superb Owls” of Michigan! Celebrate today by learning all about Michigan’s amazing owl species. Dissect an owl pellet\, make owl themed crafts\, then go for a walk on our trails in search of our resident park owls. After our walk\, there will be a presentation on how to interact with and keep owls safe in wild spaces\, as well as how to provide owl-friendly habitats in your backyard. \nWhat to Expect:\nThis family-friendly program takes place indoors and outdoors. Participants will take a short\, guided outdoor hike on compact gravel trails with plenty of time for exploration and questions. Hikes will be approximately .75 mile in length. \nAges: Fun for all ages!\nTime: 1 p.m. – 3 p.m.\nCost: Free!\nLocation: Lake St. Clair Metropark\, Nature Center \nPre-registration is required by 4 p.m. the day before the program. \nImage Source
URL:https://eastsidekids.org/event/superb-owl-sunday-lake-st-clair-metropark/
LOCATION:Lake St Clair Metropark\, 31300 Metro Parkway\, Harrison Township\, Michigan\, 48045
CATEGORIES:Educational Activities
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SUMMARY:Outdoor Adventure Center - Wild Science Weekend: SuperB Owls! @ DNR Outdoor Adventure Center
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, Feb. 8\n10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.\n1:30-3:30 p.m. \nSunday\, Feb. 9\n1:30-3:30 p.m. \nThere’s always more to nature than meets the eye! We’ll take an in-depth look at the science behind natural phenomena each month with hands-on activities. No need to register – just drop in – but give yourself enough time to participate before the program ends. \nThey can’t catch a football (though hopefully the Super Bowl players can!)\, but owls are superb at finding and catching their food! How do they do it\, and what can we learn from them? During our February program\, explore the adaptations of owls through games and crafts. \nIncluded with the price of admission. \nImage Source
URL:https://eastsidekids.org/event/outdoor-adventure-center-wild-science-weekend-superb-owls-dnr-outdoor-adventure-center/2025-02-09/
LOCATION:DNR Outdoor Adventure Center\, 1801 Atwater Street\, Detroit\, Michigan\, 48207
CATEGORIES:Educational Activities
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SUMMARY:Rolling into Reading with Shelter Dogs @ Detroit Public Library (Main)
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to Rolling into Reading with Shelter Dogs at the Children’s Library! Join us for a paws-itively fun event where you can read to adorable\, adoptable dogs. These furry friends are here to listen to your favorite stories and help boost your reading confidence. It’s a tail-wagging good time for readers of all ages! Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to enjoy the magic of reading with our four-legged friends from the Detroit Animal Care and Control Center. See you there! \nImage Source
URL:https://eastsidekids.org/event/rolling-into-reading-with-shelter-dogs-detroit-public-library-main/2025-02-09/
LOCATION:Detroit Public Library – Main\, 5201 Woodward Avenue\, Detroit\, Michigan\, 48202
CATEGORIES:Educational Activities,Indoor Play
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