Join Miss Tina or Miss Kristen every Tuesday during summer reading for story time at McKinley Barrier Free Park. We’ll have stories, activities and songs as we explore the wonderful adventures, we have all around us. Image Source
Color Our World with fun free events at Franklin Branch Library. Borrow great books and graphic novels for free with you library card. Win prizes for reading any kind of books you like, and make new friends as you attend our excellent events! (Suggested ages 5-18) Different activities every Tuesday, June 24 – July 29, from 2-3 p.m: June 24 Snacks & Slime –Make your own slime to take home & have snacks! July 1 Painting […]
Calling all kids to come play outside in the library’s very own garden! Enjoy crafting and gardening activities under the sun. Join the Youth Department in exploring our garden when the weather permits. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Image Source
Join us for some fun in the sun next Tuesday! Bring your friend and the whole family, we’ll have snacks activities and games 💕 📍 Belle Isle ⏰ July 29th Tuesday 4 to 8pm Image Source
The 7th Annual “Rollin’ on the River” Detroit Riverwalk skate meetups, presented by the Detroit Riverfront conservancy and Vanilla Skate Co. It’s that time of the year! “Rollin’ on the River” is BACK for its 7th season down on the beautiful Detroit Riverwalk, located at Robert C. Valade Park! Join us all summer long for beginner skate classes, group rollouts, and fun for you and the whole family! Want to learn how to skate outdoors? Start by joining […]
Tuesdays, 7 – 9 p.m. Macomb Symphony Ensemble Thomas Welsh Activity Center June 24 – Brass Quintet July 1 – Woodwind Quintet July 8 – Speakeasy Seven Dixieland Band July 15 – String Quartet July 22 – Impulse Jazz Quartet July 29 – Brass Quintet Image Source
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! 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
Reserved Open Play 4 hours of Open Play By Reservation! With the new time slot, you may come in anytime between 10-2pm! Current Open Play Times Are: Wednesdays 10am-2pm Fridays 10am-2pm & 4pm-8pm Sundays 9am-11am Any Dates Not Showing Are Sold Out! **No Refunds** We can move dates if needed** *$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 […]
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
Ms. Laura and children birth to 24 months with their caregivers will explore their growing world with books, finger plays, music, and more.
Join Miss Rachel and Mr. Bear for stories and songs. Recommended for ages 2-5, but all ages are welcome. No registration required. Image Source
Enjoy twenty minutes of interactive stories, rhymes, and riddles followed by an engaging craft activity. This program is intended for children five and younger and their caregivers with no registration required. Family Storytime is held at 11 AM on Wednesdays, and repeats the next day, Thursday at 6 PM.
Gather the little ones for a magical hour filled with enchanting stories and delightful, kid-friendly teas! Parents can relax at our tea bar while the kids immerse themselves in adventures. Join us for some fun! Image Source
Explore the art of collage and create your own unique artwork using just paper, scissors, and glue—drawing inspiration from the vibrant cut-outs of Henri Matisse. Image Source
Join us anytime between 12pm-2pm for our mobile library on wheels! Words on Wheels is back for another summer around town, offering book checkouts and returns, library card sign-ups, hold requests, and much more. Locations & Dates: -Cairns Community Center – 58 Orchard St, Mount Clemens, MI 48043 June 18, 25; July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Come visit us and see what the library on wheels has to offer! Image Source
Welcome to the PBS Kids hour of Storytime song and dance event! Join us for a fun-filled session of storytelling, music, and dancing with a special guest. The event will take place at Elmwood Park | Detroit Public Library. Get ready to sing, dance, and have a blast with your favorite PBS Kids characters. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to have a great time with friends and family! Image Source
Hands-on science, art and literacy activities for kids preschool age through 5th grade Image Source
Make your own colorful creations to take home. Enjoy playful activities that highlight the beauty of colors. Free refreshments! Image Source
Welcome to the Nature Scavenger Hunt! Join us for a fun-filled adventure exploring the beauty of nature right in the heart of the city! Join us for an outdoor adventure, a nature exploration scavenger hunt with the Michigan Department of Natural Resources! For Ages 5 and up Questions? Contact Erin at edurrett@detroitpubliclibrary.org or call 313-481-1409. Image Source
The Hope Village Farmers Market not only brings fresh and local produce to the Hope Village every week – it is also a neighborhood connector and a hub of cultural activity, with music, spoken word performance, yoga, and much more! Image Source
EVERY WEDNESDAY, July 9 – September 24, 2025 from 4:30-7:30pm | SW corner of 7 Mile & Woodward (DEN parking lot) Join us each Wednesday at this lovely local market for farm fresh fruits and vegetables and more, rain or shine. SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL FARMERS! Palmer Park Farmers Market now accepts EBT Palmer Park Farmers Market is made possible in partnership with SNAP (Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program) and Detroit Community Markets HAVE QUESTIONS? PLEASE CONTACT our […]
Come join us at Grow and Share @ The Congregation Detroit for fresh produce, cut flowers, and community. Welcome to Grow and Share @ The Congregation Detroit! Each week we will open our greenspace for residential and communtiy gardeners to sell, swap, or share their fresh produce and cut flowers. No registration or vendor fee. We are also opening our space to environmental nonprofits and organizations to reserve space for open-air meetings, workshops, and more. All […]
Make Your Summer Nights Wild Every Wednesday night this summer, Wild Summer Nights offers three extra hours to explore the Detroit Zoo. Enjoy full access to habitats, buildings and attractions through 8 p.m. — plus live music from local artists starting at 6 p.m. in the Main Picnic Grove. Whether you stay for the music, the carousel or a peaceful evening walk past the animals, this is your chance to make the most of a Michigan summer […]