Belle Isle Exploration Hike: Fall Colors @ Belle Isle Nature Center
Belle Isle Nature Center 176 Lakeside Drive, Detroit, MichiganImage Source
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Open Family Play. No admission, donations suggested ($5/child). Image Source
Library Street Collective is excited to announce HORSE: A Game for Everyone by artist Tyrrell Winston, supported by Bedrock Detroit. Opening to the public on August 1, 2025, this dynamic installation transforms the boundaries between sport, art, and community participation. HORSE reimagines the basketball court as a site of creativity, memory, and public engagement. Inspired by Winston’s signature use of found and culturally charged materials, this interactive experience invites visitors to engage with art through motion, reflection, and […]
Come together to celebrate the public opening day of the new exhibition Contemporary Anishinaabe Art: A Continuation. This special event will feature an official dedication ceremony for artist Jason Quigno’s sculpture Maawandoonan (Bring Them Together) on the Woodward lawn, along with performances, hands-on activities for all ages, and self-guided tours. Artmaking in the studio will run from 12 – 2 p.m. Image Source
Create your own pencil drawing to take home while exploring the collection up close. No experience necessary, and all supplies are provided. Open to ages 6 through adult (children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult). Space is limited. Image Source
Learn about the creatures that inhabit our Great Lakes region, from fish to frogs, and create a colorful puppet to take home. Image Source
Book reading by Princess Moana in the Coreander’s Children’s Bookshoppe theater. Each participant with a paid ticket will receive a $5- Coreander’s Children’s Bookshoppe coupon to redeem that day toward any purchase and a chance to be fairy-dusted! Each session is limited to 15 children. An adult must accompany any child 6 and under. Please ONLY purchase a ticket for the child. Thank you! Image Source
Book reading by Princess Moana in the Coreander’s Children’s Bookshoppe theater. Each participant with a paid ticket will receive a $5- Coreander’s Children’s Bookshoppe coupon to redeem that day toward any purchase and a chance to be fairy-dusted! Each session is limited to 15 children. An adult must accompany any child 6 and under. Please ONLY purchase a ticket for the child. Thank you! Image Source
Purpose The Jefferson Chalmers Farmers Market is established to foster economic development and occupational efficiency for resident growers and artisans of the Jefferson-Chalmers community, and all of Detroit, as well as to serve as an agribusiness resource center for community growers for the promotion of healthy eating, sustainable resource cooperation, urban gardening, and business incubation. Mission Statement Jefferson Chalmers Farmers Market seeks to unify the community, boost the local economy, stimulate local food production, and aggrandize […]
Parents need movement + community more than ever. This is why we created this class. Taking care of our families. Join us for a kid friendly 45 min workout. The coach will help you move thru the session with your children playing or even joining in if they are old enough. 2 mornings a week to help YOU make YOUR wellness a priority. All age kiddos welcome. (sitting in a stroller, carseat, pack & play […]
A fun drop-in play time just for babies! Join us for a mini storytime and playing! This is a great way for babies and parents to spend time together and enjoy themselves, while building early literacy and social skills. This program is geared for children 6 months to 24 months. Registration is NOT required. Image Source
In each Story Thyme, children and caregivers listen to and/or participate in stories, fingerplays, and songs. As children learn new words and concepts through this storytime, they begin to understand how words work together to create meaning in their own lives. Geared toward children ages 2–5. Image Source
Mondays | Thursdays 10:30-11:30am Open Plays return September 4th! $10/child, cash only. No advanced registration is necessary, but each child must have a waiver on file before participating.
In this fun, hands-on digital art class, patrons in grades 2–5 will use Keynote on iPads to design their own emojis and transform them into bold, colorful pop art. Image Source
Join us to build cool things with Legos! We may even put yours up for display on our Wall of Fame! Image Source
Our scaled-down Tuesday Market is perfect for stocking up on fresh produce, baked goods, and meats. This market has special offerings including free Zumba and yoga classes. Every Tuesday, June through September 9 am – 3 pm Shed 2 with FREE weekly fitness classes in Shed 3 Yoga: 11 am – 12 pm Zumba: 1 pm – 2 pm Detroit, MI 48207 Image Source
Ages 10 months – 5 years Escape the elements and join us for an exciting “open play” session indoors! Explore climbers, slides, bikes, wagons, scooters, and more in a safe and dry environment. Please note that parents must supervise their children during this drop-in program, as no instructor will be present. Let’s make chilly days fun days at our Indoor Park! Tuesdays & Thursdays 10:00am – noon September 16 – December 18 (no class 11/4, […]
Come enjoy books and a craft! It’s A great way for children to build early literacy, creativity and social skills. Image Source
Join us for stories, songs and last, but not least – play! The Center Line Public Library invites children ages 0 to 36 months and their caregivers to stop by for twenty minutes of stories and songs followed by open-ended play time. This program will be held weekly on Tuesdays at 11 AM. Drop in and meet new friends! Image Source
Let your little ones explore, jump, and play! Open Play is the perfect opportunity for kids ages 6 & under to burn off energy and get comfortable in the gym environment. They’ll love bouncing on trampolines, swinging on bars, and diving into the foam pit! Image Source
Join us for afternoon storytime from 1 pm – 2 pm every Tuesday in September! Image Source
Get creative every week with Bead Art! In this fun afterschool program, you’ll design and make colorful creations using fuse beads (Perler beads) and explore other awesome beaded crafts. For Ages 6-12 Questions about this program? Feel free to contact the Children’s Library at (313) 481-1409 or email edurrett@detroitpubliclibrary.org. Image Source
Welcome to Family Story Time at the Main | Detroit Public Library! Come join us for a fun-filled morning of stories, songs, and activities perfect for preschool-aged children. Our friendly librarians will lead the session, keeping your little ones engaged and entertained. **Family Story Time** is a great way to introduce your child to the wonders of reading and foster a love for books from a young age. It’s also an excellent opportunity to socialize with other […]
