• CHASS Mercado @ 5635 West Fort Street

    CHASS Mercado @ 5635 West Fort Street
    CHASS Mercado 5635 West Fort Street, Detroit, MI

    Join us for a FRESH 2025 season! The CHASS Mercado offers fresh produce, community resources and fun for the whole family! The CHASS Mercado is a vibrant hub for community resources located in the heart of Southwest Detroit. Come with friends and family to enjoy locally grown fruits and vegetables available for sale! Farmer’s Market Cooking demonstrations Kids activities Community resources Local vendors Fresh Rx Program Cash, Credit/Debit, EBT, WIC Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (FMNP) For more information and […]

    Free
  • Tummy Time @ Clinton-Macomb Public Library (South Branch)

    Clinton Macomb Public Library (South Branch) 35679 South Gratiot, Clinton Township, MI

    Bring your blankets and babies and join us for Tummy Time! We will have toys, play, and interaction with other families. This is a drop-in program meant for babies who are not yet walking, practicing tummy time, learning to roll over, and beginning to be interested in other people. No registration required. Image Source

    Free
  • Messy Mornings @ Detroit Dye House

    Messy Mornings @ Detroit Dye House
    Detroit Dye House 1418 Michigan Avenue, Detroit, MI

    Get ready for a colorful, creative adventure at Messy Mornings—a special tie-dye class designed for toddlers (ages 3-6) and their adult companions! Created by Montessori teachers, this workshop focuses on fostering independence, focus, and concentration in young children, all while diving into the vibrant world of tie-dye. In this engaging, hands-on class, you and your little one will work together to create beautiful tie-dye masterpieces, exploring various folding and dyeing techniques. The art environment has […]

    $55
  • Reading & Rhythm on the Riverfront @ Gabriel Richard Park

    Gabriel Richard Park 7130 E Jefferson Avenue, Detroit, MI

    Reading & Rhythm on the Riverfront (R3) is the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy’s unique, interactive early literacy program. With the generous support of General Motors, R3 stretches six weeks throughout the summer and features readings by local celebrities, as well as business and community leaders.  The program also boasts live and interactive family entertainment and free books sponsored by Priority Health in partnership with the Detroit Public Library’s “Library on Wheels.” Like last year, the program […]

    Free
  • Concert of Colors FREE DAY @ Michigan Science Center

    Concert of Colors FREE DAY @ Michigan Science Center
    Michigan Science Center 5020 John R. Street, Detroit, Michigan

    What’s happening in July at Mi-Sci:• July 17-18 Concert of Colors – FREE Day• Laser show: Billie Eilish• Kids Town STEAM activity: Where I Live• Science Stage Show: KABOOMISTRY!• BASF Kids’ Lab: Rainbow Connection• Spark!Lab: Design a Stadium• Portal to STEM: Shooting Star Origami, Build a Molecule, and Soluble vs. Insoluble vs. Supersaturated Demo• PlayLab: Organic Chemistry for Babies Storytime Image Source

    Free
  • Roots & Shoots StoryThyme @ Mt Clemens Public Library

    Storytime: Roots & Shoots @ Mt Clemens Public Library
    Mt Clemens Public Library 150 Cass Ave, Mount Clemens, Michigan

    n each 30-minute interactive storytime, we will follow the Ready to Read Michigan Model: Talk, Sing, Read, Write, and Play. Each week, Ms. Laura will offer a take-home activity, sensory play, musical instrument enrichment, or parachute play to further explore the Ready to Read Michigan Model. There will be no session on June 19, 2025. Weather permitting, sessions will be held outside in our garden under the tree.  

    Free
  • Travel Tales: Summer Storytelling & Art Making (Ages 4+) at Ford House

    Ford House 1100 Lake Shore Road, Grosse Pointe Shores, Michigan

    DATES: Thursdays, starting June 26 – August 14 TimeS: 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. AGE RANGE: 4 and up ABOUT TRAVEL TALES: This summer, we’re setting off on a storytelling adventure like no other, perfect for curious minds ages 4 and up. Every week, we’ll journey to a new corner of the world through a fun, exciting story. Afterward, we’ll dive into an art project that brings the day’s theme to life—because who doesn’t love a little creative exploration? […]

    $5 – $7
  • Storytime @ Detroit Public Library (Main)

    Storytime @ Detroit Public Library (Main)
    Detroit Public Library – Main 5201 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, Michigan

    Each week, Children’s Library hosts 2 story times! Tuesdays @ 5pm Thursdays @ 11am We will have fun with some movement activities, read a few stories from our collection, and finish up with a craft the kiddos can take home. All are welcome, so join us for good fun! Questions? Contact the Children’s Library at 313-481-1409 Image Source

    Free
  • Drop-In Workshop: Wearable Wire Sculpture @ Detroit Institute of Arts

    Detroit Institute of Arts 5200 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, Michigan

    Find inspiration in the galleries, then create your own sculpture using colorful wire. Make a portrait, an animal, or a unique creation of your own to hang on the wall or display in a window. You can even create something to wear! Image Source

    Free with general admission
  • Reading & Rhythm on the Riverfront @ Gabriel Richard Park

    Gabriel Richard Park 7130 E Jefferson Avenue, Detroit, MI

    Reading & Rhythm on the Riverfront (R3) is the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy’s unique, interactive early literacy program. With the generous support of General Motors, R3 stretches six weeks throughout the summer and features readings by local celebrities, as well as business and community leaders.  The program also boasts live and interactive family entertainment and free books sponsored by Priority Health in partnership with the Detroit Public Library’s “Library on Wheels.” Like last year, the program […]

    Free
  • Summer Storytime (Ages 3-6) and Open Play (All Ages) @ Harper Woods Public Library

    Harper Woods Public Library 19601 Harper Avenue, Harper Woods, Michigan

    Join us to sing, move, and listen to stories with your little one! Stick around after for some play time! Child must be with caregiver. No registration required. Tot Time (0-3) at 11:15am Storytime (3-6) at 11:45am Open Play until 1:00pm Image Source    

    Free
  • Drop-in Fun @ Detroit Public Library (Franklin)

    Drop-in Fun @ Detroit Public Library (Franklin)
    Detroit Public Library – Franklin 13651 E. McNichols Road, Detroit, MI

    Stop in for a different activity every week! During regular business hours M, W, F 10-5:30 T & Th 12-7:30. June 23-June 27 Diamond Dot Stickers July 30-July 3 4th of July Paper Lanterns July 7- July 11 Pipe Cleaner Critters July 14-July 18 Coffee Filter Butterflies July 21-July 25 Suncatchers July 28- Aug 1 Yarn Monsters

    Free
  • Movie Theater Thursdays @ Mt Clemens Public Library

    DIY Lego Club @ Mt Clemens Public Library
    Mt Clemens Public Library 150 Cass Ave, Mount Clemens, Michigan

    Bring a pillow and blanket and enjoy a movie with some popcorn! Drinks in closeable bottles and vending machine snacks are allowed. Children younger than 2nd grade must be accompanied by an older sibling or adult at all times. All movies are rated G or PG. Movie Schedule: 6/26: “Wicked” 7/3: “The Muppets (2011)” 7/10: “No Movie” 7/17: “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse” 7/24: “The Bad Guys” 7/31: “The Wild Robot” 8/7: “Hercules” 8/14: “Judy Moody […]

    Free
  • Slime Day @ GP Zoology

    GP Zoology 21151 Mack Avenue, Grosse Pointe Woods, Michigan

    Slime is a way of life to some in the animal kingdom! This hour long animal science program we will discover how & why some cool animals use slime to survive and thrive! Did you know dart frog fathers use the slimy mucus on their backs to carry their kids to safety? Also we will be making homemade slime of course! *all ages are welcome* Tickets $15 (only children need a ticket) Image Source

    $15
  • Slime Day @ GP Zoology

    GP Zoology 21151 Mack Avenue, Grosse Pointe Woods, Michigan

    Slime is a way of life to some in the animal kingdom! This hour long animal science program we will discover how & why some cool animals use slime to survive and thrive! Did you know dart frog fathers use the slimy mucus on their backs to carry their kids to safety? Also we will be making homemade slime of course! *all ages are welcome* Tickets $15 (only children need a ticket) Image Source

    $15
  • Art Exploration with Ms. Ashley and Ms. Kait (Ages 5+) @ Cairns Community Center

    Cairns Community Center 58 Orchard Street, Mount Clemens, MI

    Join Ms. Ashley and Ms. Kait for fun, weekly art explorations hosted by Cairns! Each week will feature a new theme designed to inspire creativity and offer insight into the influence of the arts. Image Source

    Free
  • Community in the Couryard @ Selden Courtyard

    Community in the Couryard @ Selden Courtyard
    Selden Courtyard 656 Selden Street, Detroit, MI

    Every Thursday! We have something special planned in Selden Courtyard! We’ll be hosting free drumming, theater, dance, and produce giveaways from Eastern Market. Come on down, enjoy some free outdoor entertainment and hit up Barcade and Roar Brewing next door! #midtowndetroit #seldencourtyard #detroitparkscoalition #detroitpistons #pistonsneighborsprogram #barcadedetroit #roarbrewing Image Source

    Free