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SUMMARY:Open Play @ Detroit Kid City
DESCRIPTION:Reserved Open Play\n\n\n4 hours of  Open Play By Reservation!\nWith the new time slot\, you may come in anytime between 10-2pm!\nCurrent Open Play Times Are:\nWednesdays 10am-2pm\nFridays 10am-2pm & 4pm-8pm\nSundays 9am-11am\nAny Dates Not Showing Are Sold Out!\n**No Refunds** We can move dates if needed** \n*$15.00 per child (admission is charged for children ages 1-8)  Siblings 9 & up and babies younger than 1 are free IF accompanied by a paying sibling. All adults are FREE with a paying child.\n*We have coffee\, Prepackaged Light Snacks & Drinks available for purchase.\n*You are welcome to bring your own peanut free snacks/drinks to consume in the cafe area only.\n(PLEASE NO FOOD IN PLAY AREA)\n*Please avoid bringing strollers in as space is limited and parking for them will be in the cafe area only.\n*Older siblings will be asked not to run & please play carefully around the younger children. \nAt Detroit Kid City Kids Can Unplug and Let Their Imaginations Run Wild While The Adults Get a Much Needed Break Or Can Join Right In On The Fun! \nImage Source
URL:https://eastsidekids.org/event/open-play-detroit-kid-city-3-2/2025-05-25/
LOCATION:Detroit Kid City\, 37051 Southbound Gratiot Avenue\, Clinton Township\, Michigan\, 48036
CATEGORIES:Indoor Play
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SUMMARY:Big Bounce America 2025 @ Steffens Park
DESCRIPTION:ONE TICKET. 3 HOURS OF INFLATABLE MADNESS\nFeaturing:\nThe World’s Biggest Bounce House – Supersized for 2025!The Giant – America’s Biggest Inflatable Obstacle CourseOctoBlast – Dive into a deep sea adventureairSPACE – Slides\, Ball Pits and more!Sport Slam – Get competitive in this bouncy sports arena!\nWelcome to the biggest\, craziest touring inflatable event in the entire world!\nWe’re inviting YOU to join us and spend some quality time with family and friends in our magical\, candy-colored wonderland of action-packed inflatable adventure.\nIndividual sessions are available to suit all age groups from toddlers through to adults only.\nSO WHAT TO EXPECT?\n The World’s Biggest Bounce House  – The World’s Biggest Bounce House just got supersized to over 24\,000 square feet for 2025! Live DJs playing the hottest tracks\, climbing towers\, basketball hoops\, slides\, ball pits\, confetti blasts\, bubbles (lots of bubbles!)\, crazy dancing and even crazier competitions. Go big or go home\, right?\n The Giant  – Calling all aspiring Ninja Warriors! 3x longer than the average soccer field and featuring over 50 unique obstacles\, welcome to America’s Biggest Inflatable Obstacle Course. Whether you want to race your friends\, race your family\, or just enjoy a leisurely bounce through some of the most colorful and fun inflatable landscapes you’ll ever have seen\, The Giant has something for everyone. Have you got what it takes to defeat The Giant?\n OctoBlast  – OctoBlast is a brand new attraction unlike any other. Part bouncer\, part foam party\, enter a deep sea world filled with colorful ocean characters\, a pufferfish party stage\, and playful foam cannons. You’ll meet deep-sea critters and dance around our giant Octopus’s tentacles in front of the huge pufferfish stage.\n AirSPACE  – An out of this world attraction filled with friendly aliens\, spaceships\, giant planets and moon crater ball pits! The perfect space for explorers\, problem solvers\, and those who like to take it a little bit easier. Are you ready to bounce around and get lost in airSPACE?\n Sport Slam  – Sport Slam brings a whole new dimension to an already action-packed day out. A customized sports arena filled with balls of every size and type you could imagine for dodgeball\, basketball\, soccer and many other bouncy challenges! There’s also special zones for climbing and a ‘battle zone’ where you can compete against your family and friends. Get your game on with Sport Slam!\nSo drop the cellphones\, step away from the TV and spend some quality time with family and friends at a massive bounce party like nothing on earth! This event will sell out so grab those tickets before they’re gone out and get ready to make memories that last a lifetime.\nSneakers Off\, Party On!\nImage Source
URL:https://eastsidekids.org/event/big-bounce-america-2025-steffens-park/2025-05-25/
LOCATION:Steffens Park\, 33000 Garfield Rd\, Fraser\, MI\, 48026
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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SUMMARY:African Liberation Weekend @ The Wright Museum
DESCRIPTION:Power. Resilience. Creativity.\nBe sure to join us May 24–25 for African Liberation Weekend\, a celebration of the rich heritage\, resilience\, and creativity of African and African American communities. Through storytelling\, film\, art\, and conversation\, this special weekend honors the spirit of liberation with engaging programs for all ages. \nExperience a mini parade celebrating self-expression\, African folktales\, hands-on art workshops\, and a thought-provoking panel on Black hair—each event highlighting the power of culture and identity. In partnership with Communities First\, Inc.\, the weekend also features the African American Film Series screening of Butterfly in the Sky\, exploring literacy\, education\, and community empowerment. Join us for a weekend of learning\, creativity\, and celebration! \n\n\nCrown & Strut: A Mini Parade & Dress-Up Celebration | May 24\nMay 24 at 10am – 2pm \nLatimer Cafe  | For All Ages \nStep into a world of color\, culture\, and creativity at our Mini Parade & Dress-Up Program! This interactive event invites children and families to celebrate self-expression\, heritage\, and joy through fashion and movement. \nParticipants can dress up in vibrant cultural attire\, costumes\, or outfits that showcase their unique identities. Whether inspired by African heritage\, historical figures\, or personal creativity\, this celebration encourages confidence\, pride\, and storytelling through dress. \nThe event will feature a mini parade\, where participants can walk the runway or march together in a fun and festive procession\, celebrating the beauty of diversity and self-expression. Music\, drumming\, and dance will add to the excitement\, creating an uplifting atmosphere of unity and celebration. \nRegister to Attend\nThe African American Film Series at the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History Presented by Communities First\, Inc. | May 24\nMay 24 at  12:30- 4:30 PM  \nGeneral Motor Theater | For All Ages  \nThe African American Film Series (AAFS) is a dynamic platform celebrating Black storytelling through film\, education\, and community dialogue. Founded in Flint\, MI\, AAFS has become a cultural staple\, marking 10 years in 2024 as one of the city’s most anticipated events. More than just a film screening\, AAFS fosters engagement through thought-provoking films\, interactive discussions\, and shared experiences highlighting the richness of African American culture. \nNow expanding to Detroit\, AAFS brings its impactful programming to the Charles H. Wright Museum\, creating a space for meaningful conversations on Black identity\, history\, and social change. Each event features a reception\, a powerful film screening\, and a panel discussion with experts\, activists\, and community leaders. \nThe Detroit launch will feature Butterfly in the Sky\, a documentary on Reading Rainbow and LeVar Burton’s profound impact on literacy. The post-film panel will explore the role of literacy in community development and the urgent need to invest in equitable education. \nJoin us for an evening of film\, discussion\, and inspiration as we continue the legacy of storytelling that informs\, empowers\, and unites communities. \nRegister\nStorytime & Folktales: Celebrating African Liberation Day | May 25\nMay 25 at 11am – 12pm AND at 1pm-2pm\nWright Community Room | For All Ages \nStorytelling has long been a powerful tradition in African cultures—passing down wisdom\, history\, and values from generation to generation. In honor of African Liberation Day\, join us for a captivating Storytime & Folktales session that brings to life the rich oral traditions of Africa and the diaspora. \nWe will explore themes of freedom\, resilience\, and unity through engaging stories\, folktales\, and interactive discussions. These tales—rooted in African heritage—highlight the struggles and triumphs of those who fought for liberation while celebrating the enduring spirit of African peoples worldwide. \nFrom Anansi the Spider’s clever wisdom to tales of heroic kings and queens who resisted oppression\, this event will offer a space for reflection\, joy\, and cultural pride. Designed for audiences of all ages\, Storytime & Folktales will immerse listeners in the power of African storytelling\, reminding us that our past holds the keys to our future. \nRegister to Attend\nAfrican & Diaspora Arts & Crafts: Create with Adinkra Symbols | May 25\nMay 25 at 12pm-1pm AND at 2pm-3pm\nLatimer Cafe | For Children and Families \nJoin us for a fun and creative African & Diaspora Arts & Crafts session\, where kids will explore the rich tradition of Adinkra symbols—a visual language from the Akan people of Ghana! These beautiful symbols represent important values like strength\, wisdom\, unity\, and creativity. \nIn this hands-on workshop\, children will learn about different Adinkra symbols and their meanings before creating colorful prints\, stamps\, and wearable art inspired by these robust designs. Through storytelling and art\, kids will connect with African heritage while expressing themselves fun and engagingly. \nRegister to Attend\nPanel Conversation: Wear Your Crown – The Journey of Black Hair from Africa to African America | May 25\nMay 25 at 3pm-5pm \nGeneral Motor Theater | For All Ages   \nBlack hair has always been more than just hair—it is a marker of identity\, history\, culture\, and resistance. From the intricate braids and symbolic hairstyles of African civilizations to the struggles and triumphs of self-expression in the Americas\, Black hair tells a story of resilience\, pride\, and evolution. \n“Wear Your Crown” is a dynamic panel discussion exploring the historical\, social\, and political journey of Black hair from its African roots to its significance in African American identity today. This conversation will trace the impact of the Transatlantic Slave Trade\, the cultural erasure of Black hair traditions\, the emergence of beauty politics in the 20th century\, and the modern natural hair movement. \nFeaturing expert voices in history\, beauty\, and activism\, this discussion will examine the deep connections between hair\, freedom\, and self-determination. Panelists will explore the role of hair in African societies\, the impact of European beauty standards\, the significance of styles such as locs\, afros\, and braids in Black liberation movements\, and the ongoing fight for hair equity in professional and educational spaces. \nJoin us as we celebrate Black hair’s beauty\, power\, and history—because every coil\, kink\, and curl tell a story \nRegister to Attend\n\nImage Source
URL:https://eastsidekids.org/event/african-liberation-weekend-the-wright-museum/2025-05-25/
LOCATION:The Wright Museum\, 315 E. Warren Avenue\, Detroit\, MI\, 48201
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Special Events
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SUMMARY:Parent/Kid Yoga @ 8 Fold Yoga
DESCRIPTION:Bring your little one (1 per parent please!) For a super fun experience\, we’ll go through beginner postures\, work on calming breath techniques\, play with instruments\, chant\, play. Please register your child as a student and sign the waiver. The $25 registration fee is for both you and your child\, you only need to sign up for the class as an adult\, as long as we have the waiver on file for both you and your child. \nImage Source
URL:https://eastsidekids.org/event/parent-kid-yoga-8-fold-yoga-2/2025-05-25/
LOCATION:8 Fold Yoga\, 2321 Caniff\, Hamtramck\, MI\, 48212
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250525T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250525T120000
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SUMMARY:Family Nature Adventure: In the Tall Tall Grass @ Belle Isle Nature Center
DESCRIPTION:Join us a to celebrate local nature through a story\, short hike\, and a meadow investigation. \nImage Source
URL:https://eastsidekids.org/event/family-nature-adventure-in-the-tall-tall-grass-belle-isle-nature-center-2/
LOCATION:Belle Isle Nature Center\, 176 Lakeside Drive\, Detroit\, Michigan\, 48207
CATEGORIES:Educational Activities,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-3/2025-05-25/
LOCATION:The Discovery Center\, 54 Cherry Street\, Mount Clemens\, Michigan\, 48043
CATEGORIES:Educational Activities,Indoor Play
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SUMMARY:Drop-in Workshop: Quilt Design @ Detroit Institute of Arts
DESCRIPTION:Quilting has a rich and diverse history worldwide\, with roots tracing back to ancient Egypt. Explore various quilt patterns and create your own unique design using fabric and glue on a board. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nImage Source
URL:https://eastsidekids.org/event/drop-in-workshop-quilt-design-detroit-institute-of-arts/2025-05-25/
LOCATION:Detroit Institute of Arts\, 5200 Woodward Avenue\, Detroit\, Michigan\, 48202
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts
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SUMMARY:Drawing in the Galleries: Native American Galleries (Ages 6+) @ Detroit Institute of Arts
DESCRIPTION:Create a pencil drawing to take home while exploring the collection up close. No experience is necessary\, and all supplies are provided. Suitable for ages 6 and up (children 16 and under must be accompanied by an adult). Space is limited. \nImage Source
URL:https://eastsidekids.org/event/drawing-in-the-galleries-native-american-galleries-ages-6-detroit-institute-of-arts/2025-05-25/
LOCATION:Detroit Institute of Arts\, 5200 Woodward Avenue\, Detroit\, Michigan\, 48202
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts
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SUMMARY:St. Clair Shores Memorial Day Parade
DESCRIPTION:Announcing the 72nd annual St. Clair Shores Memorial Day Parade! We’ll be on Harper Avenue again this year. See you soon. \n Visit our Facebook page for all the latest updates \nSCSMemorialDayParade  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nImage Source
URL:https://eastsidekids.org/event/st-clair-shores-memorial-day-parade/
LOCATION:Harper Avenue from Ridgeway to 11 Mile Road\, St Clair Shores\, MI
CATEGORIES:Parade
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250525T210000
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SUMMARY:Summer Concert Series @ Lake St. Clair Metropark
DESCRIPTION:Spend your summer enjoying music from different local bands. From rock to country to R&B and oldies\, there is a concert for everyone. Lounge in a lawn chair or get on your feet and dance. Concessions will be available for all concerts. \nConcerts are FREE\, but a valid Metroparks daily or annual vehicle pass is required to enter the park. If event is cancelled due to inclement weather\, it will be posted on social media and the website. Concerts will not be rescheduled. \nLake St. Clair Metropark\nSundays\, 6:30 – 9 p.m.\nThomas Welsh Activity Center \n\n\n\nMay 25 – The Gary Greenfelder Orchestra (big band\, swing & pop)\nJuly 20 – Brad Stuart (country)\n\n\nJune 1 – Tony Karam Trio (dance)\nJuly 27 – Gridiron & Friends (party)\n\n\nJune 8 – Persuasion (party)\nAugust 3 – The Best of Billy & Elton (billy joel\, elton john)\n\n\nJune 15 – Mob Opera (classic rock)\nAugust 10 – Velvet Steel “Ladies of the 80’s (top 40 rock & pop)\n\n\nJune 22 – Karen Flynn & Step Aside (rock\, country\, blues)\nAugust 17 – Vinyl Rockit (party)\n\n\nJune 29 – Mainstream Drive (dance\, hits)\nAugust 24 – Taylor Tucky (country)\n\n\nJuly 6 – The Yacht Seas (yacht rock)\nAugust 31 – Larry Lee & the Back in the Day Band (funk\, r&b\, soul)\n\n\nJuly 13 – Stone Blossoms (classic rock)
URL:https://eastsidekids.org/event/summer-concert-series-lake-st-clair-metropark/2025-05-25/
LOCATION:Lake St Clair Metropark\, 31300 Metro Parkway\, Harrison Township\, Michigan\, 48045
CATEGORIES:Music Magic
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