Eastside Kids

Tummy Time @ Clinton-Macomb Public Library (South Branch)
2025-02-27 09:15 - 09:55 (America/New_York) | Clinton Macomb Public Library (South Branch), 35679 South Gratiot, Clinton Township, MI, 48035
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.
For the safety of our librarians and your fellow program attendees, we ask that anyone who is experiencing symptoms of illness to please refrain from attending library programs in person. Thank you for your cooperation.
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Nature Tots: Ice @ Belle Isle Nature Center
2025-02-27 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-03-01 10:00 - 11:00 | Belle Isle Nature Center, 176 Lakeside Drive, Detroit, Michigan, 48207
Visit the Belle Isle Nature Center for a celebration of snow through story, music, movement, and art. This program is designed for children ages 2-4 years old and their caregivers. Indoor and outdoor activities included, please dress for the weather.
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Indoor Park @ Recreation Authority of Roseville & Eastpointe (RARE)
2025-02-27 10:00 - 12:00 | Recreation Authority of Roseville & Eastpointe (RARE), 18185 Sycamore, Roseville, Michigan, 48066
Indoor Park
Ages 10 months – 5 years
Escape the cold 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
January 7 – April 17
$2 per child per visit

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Winter Storytime @ Coreander's Children's Bookshoppe
2025-02-27 10:30 - 10:50 | Coreander’s Children’s Bookshoppe, 15118 Kercheval Avenue, Grosse Pointe Park, Michigan, 48230
Winter Storytime

Coreander’s Children’s Bookshoppe Storytime – Free Registration Opens December 11 @ 9:00 am
Ages 12 months – 6 years
Storytime will be held on select Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. Storytime will include familiar and newly published board books and picture books. An adult must attend with children ages 6 and under. Storytime will last 20 minutes and is limited to 12 children and their adult caregiver(s). We ask that if you are unable to attend you return your spot on Eventbrite so that someone else can use it. If you miss two reserved ticket times in a row without cancelling, you will forfeit future reservations. Please only reserve ONE TICKET PER CHILD. Adults DO NOT need a ticket. FOOD AND DRINK ARE NOT ALLOWED IN THE THEATER.
Storytime Notes:
Please Be on Time: Those with tickets should arrive by 10:30 am, as seats will be given to people on the waiting list at that time.
Parking: Available both in front of the store and in a lot behind the store between Lakepointe and Maryland
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Storytime @ Grosse Pointe Public Library (Central)
2025-02-27 10:30 - 11:00 | Grosse Pointe Public Library – Central, 10 Kercheval Ave, Grosse Pointe Farms, Michigan, 48236
Join Miss Jane for stories, songs and fun! No registration necessary.

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Storytime: Roots & Shoots @ Mt Clemens Public Library
2025-02-27 10:30 - 11:00 | Mt Clemens Public Library, 150 Cass Ave, Mount Clemens, Michigan, 48083
In each 30 minute interactive story time, we will examine the roots of Emergent Literacy development, as we follow the Ready to Read Michigan model, and Talk, Sing, Read, Write, and Play! Geared towards preschoolers, ages 2-5.
*No session on March 27th and April 10.

Open Play @ Hunt's Gymnastics Academy
2025-02-27 10:30 - 11:30 | Hunt’s Gymnastics Academy, 35700 Groesbeck, Clinton Township, Michigan, 48035
​$10/child, cash only.
No advanced registration is necessary, but each child must have a waiver on file before participating.

Storytime @ Detroit Public Library (Main)
2025-02-27 11:00 - 11:30 | Detroit Public Library – Main, 5201 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, Michigan, 48202
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
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Storytime! @ Harper Woods Public Library
2025-02-27 11:15 - 12:15 | Harper Woods Public Library, 19601 Harper Avenue, Harper Woods, Michigan, 48226
Join us to sing, move and listen to stories with your little one. Stick around after for some unstructured play time!

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Family Storytime @ Center Line Public Library
2025-02-27 18:00 - 18:30 | Center Line Public Library, 7345 Weingartz Street, Center Line, Michigan, 48015
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.

Friday Open Play @ First English Lutheran Preschool
2025-02-28 09:30 - 11:30 | First English Lutheran Preschool, 800 Vernier Road, Grosse Pointe Woods, MI, 48236
Join us for relaxed free play in our spacious preschool classroom! Ages 0-5 welcome, but please know classroom is set up for preschool and some small parts may be available. For this program a caregiver must stay with their child for the entire time. Available areas include: House, Blocks, Art, Sensory, & Books. Families are welcome to bring their own snack. Our classroom is located on level 1.
FAQ available on the preschool page of our website: www.feelc.org/preschool
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Mini & Me @ Roseville Public Library
2025-02-28 10:00 - 11:00 | Roseville Public Library, 29777 Gratiot Avenue, Roseville, Michigan, 48066
Come have a playdate at the library! Join us for a drop-in social and play program for children 5 and under and their grown-ups. Children will get a chance to play and socialize with others their age, while the adults get to network and trade stories and tips. Moms, dads, grandparents, aunts, uncles, babysitters, caregivers – all are welcome! No registration is required.

Baby Playgroup @ Harrison Township Public Library
2025-02-28 10:00 - 11:00 | Harrison Township Public Library, 38255 L'Anse Creuse St. Suite A, Harrison Township, Michigan, 48085
Stories, songs, and then play time! This is a great way for babies and parents to spend time together and enjoy themselves, while building early literacy skills. This program is geared for children 6 months to 24 months. Registration is NOT required. *no storytime Feb 21*
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Open Play @ Detroit Kid City
2025-02-28 10:00 - 14:00 | Detroit Kid City, 37051 Southbound Gratiot Avenue, Clinton Township, Michigan, 48036
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 paying sibling. All adults are FREE with a paying child.
*We have coffee, Prepackaged Light Snacks & Drinks available for purchase.
*You are welcome to bring your own peanut free snacks/drinks to consume in the cafe area only.
(PLEASE NO FOOD IN PLAY AREA)
*Please avoid bringing strollers in as space is limited and parking for them will be in the cafe area only.
*Older siblings will be asked not to run & please play carefully around the younger children.
At 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!
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Nature Play for Pre-K: Snow @ DNR Outdoor Adventure Center
2025-02-28 10:30 - 11:15 | DNR Outdoor Adventure Center, 1801 Atwater Street, Detroit, Michigan, 48207
All participants ages 3-5 are invited to our Nature Play for Pre-K series, exploring a different topic every month. This series is hands-on with a discovery focus. We will start with an introduction inside and then head outside to explore, so please come dressed and prepared for the weather!
Winter is a magical time, especially with snow! In February, we will look at snow up close and all the different ways we can interact with it, including painting!
Preregistration is required. Included with the price of admission. Payment for children attending is made online at the time of registration. Accompanying guardians/family will be charged regular OAC admission fees at the front desk.
Register for Nature Play for Pre-K: Snow.
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Preschool Open Gym @ Extreme Gym
2025-02-28 10:30 - 11:30 | Extreme Gym, 14124 E. 10 Mile Rd, Warren, Michigan, 48089
Our Preschool Open gyms provide 1 hour of wide open space to play! Jump on the trampolines, tumble on mats, try to climb the rope over the foam pit, swing on the bars & more! Bring your friends! Coach supervised not spotted.

World Languages: Spanish Story time- Bilingual Stories & Songs @ Detroit Public Library (Main)
2025-02-28 11:00 - 12:00 | Detroit Public Library – Main, 5201 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, Michigan, 48202
Join us for our new bilingual story time series. During the month
of February, we will introduce kids to the Spanish language
through English stories, songs, and crafts, with a sprinkling of new
Spanish words. Special guests from The Spanish for Toddlers Montessori School will teach us. All Ages are welcome.
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Bizzy Bees @ Neighborhood Club
2025-02-28 11:15 - 13:15 | Neighborhood Club, 17150 Waterloo Street, Grosse Pointe, Michigan, 48230
Join Ms. Jen in the Neighborhood Club gymnasium for our Bizzy Bees program, where parents and children under 5 can come together for a fun-filled playtime! This program is designed to foster social connections as families meet new friends while engaging in interactive toys and games. It’s a wonderful opportunity for little ones to explore, learn, and play in a supportive environment. We can’t wait to see you there!

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Button Tree Craft @ Harrison Township Public Library
2025-02-28 13:00 - 14:00 | Harrison Township Public Library, 38255 L'Anse Creuse St. Suite A, Harrison Township, Michigan, 48085
Drop in and join us for a afternoon of creativity and fun as we make magical button trees! No registration!
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Jungle Feeding Fridays @ GP Zoology
2025-02-28 15:30 - 18:00 | GP Zoology, 21151 Mack Avenue, Grosse Pointe Woods, Michigan, 48236
-Every Friday from 3:30-6pm-
Get Hands on with Snakes, lizards, spiders and much more! Our Drop-In hours are geared for all ages to enjoy interacting with our gentle natured critters in a relaxed environment. “Oliver” the two toed sloth and his buddies will be on display as we learn about the animal kingdom!
Admission
$7 for adults
$5 for kids (3-12yrs)
(2 years and younger are free).
*tickets are sold at the door*
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Treetop Branches Inc. Play Day @ Hamtramck Library
2025-02-28 16:00 - 17:00 | Hamtramck Public Library, 2360 Caniff Street, Hamtramck, 48212
Play Time!The fine folks at Treetop Branches are returning for another kid-centered event on Friday, Feb 28, starting at 4pm. Tell a friend.
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Ike's Daddy Daughter Dance—A Beary Good Time @ Ike's Restaurant
2025-02-28 18:30 - 20:30 | Ike’s Restaurant, 38550 Van Dyke Avenue, Sterling Heights, Michigan, 48312
Kid-Friendly Buffet served at 6:30PM
Chicken Marsala, Potatoes, Salad, Mac & Cheese, Chicken Tneders, Fries and Cupcakes.
DJ Music, Dancing & Photo Booth
Build-a-bear station with Build-A-Buddy (Make a Friend) *Additional fee.

Saturday Market @ Eastern Market
2025-03-01 06:00 - 16:00 | Eastern Market, 2934 Russell Street, Detroit, Michigan, 48207
Attending our Saturday Market is an experience that is undeniably Detroit. Over 225 market vendors share their produce and stories with up to 40,000 visitors in one day during our busy season. The tradition of this market has been a cornerstone of the city for 125 years and is crucial to our mission of nourishing a healthier, wealthier, and happier city.
Wondering about hours, maps, parking, pets, or something else regarding your visit? Visit our things to know page for all the answers before heading out!
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In-Store Kids Workshop @ Home Depot
2025-03-01 09:00 - 12:00 | Home Depot (Various)
Join us the first Saturday of each month between 9 am – 12 pm for free in-person Kids Workshops. While supplies last.
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Mom-2-Mom Sale @ Sterling Heights Community Center
2025-03-01 09:00 - 13:00 | Sterling Heights Community Center, 40250 Dodge Park Rd., Sterling Heights, MI, 48313
We are excited to offer our 4th annual Mom-2-Mom Resale event at the Community Center on Saturday, March 1, 2025 starting at 9 a.m. and running until 1 p.m. This resale event will feature toys, clothing, furniture and many more items for the children in your life.
If you have items to sell, register for your space early OR mark your calendar to come shop for some great deals.

Toddler Drop-In Play @ SCS Library
2025-03-01 10:00 - 11:30 | St Clair Shores Public Library, 22500 11 Mile Road, St. Clair Shores, Michigan, 48081
Children ages 12 to 36 months and their caregivers are invited to drop-in play time at the Library. Come have fun and meet new friends.

PAW Patrol Live! "A Mighty Adventure" @ Fox Theatre
2025-03-01 10:00 - 11:30 | The Fox Theatre, 2211 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, MI, 48201
Get ready to PAW-ty like never before in a fantastic new PAW Patrol Adventure!
After Chase, Marshall, Skye and the gang save Adventure City with their Mighty Pup Powers, it’s time for the paw-some-est street party ever. But when Supervillain Scientist Victoria Vance feels left out of the festivities, she unleashes her latest invention to crash the party and steal the spotlight for herself! Can the Mighty Pups, armed with their super-charged powers, outsmart Victoria to ensure Adventure City’s biggest bash goes off without a hitch? It’ll take the power of paw-sitivity and mighty teamwork to foil her plans and keep the party pumping!
With heroic action, catchy tunes and bark-loads of interactive fun, PAW Patrol’s electrifying new adventure is sure to leave tails wagging and audiences cheering!
“A Mighty Adventure” marks the fourth VStar Entertainment Group, Nickelodeon, and Spin Master Entertainment touring collaboration under the PAW Patrol banner.
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Saturday Drop-In Storytime @ GPPL Central
2025-03-01 10:30 - 11:00 | Grosse Pointe Public Library – Central, 10 Kercheval Ave, Grosse Pointe Farms, Michigan, 48236

Saturday Play Pals @ Recreation Authority Roseville & Eastpointe (RARE)
2025-03-01 10:30 - 11:30 | Recreation Authority of Roseville & Eastpointe (RARE), 18185 Sycamore, Roseville, Michigan, 48066
Ages 1 – 5
A flexible drop-in program for toddlers/preschoolers and their parents! Join us for unstructured free play where kids can explore the preschool room, meet new friends, and enjoy imaginative play, all while parents stay close by. With a variety of toys and activities, children can socialize and play at their own pace, making this the perfect opportunity for spontaneous fun and friendship.
Saturdays
10:30 – 11:30 am
January 11 – March 29
Drop-in Fee: $2
Please pre-register your child’s spot by noon the Friday before each Saturday session. Space is limited to 8 children per week. Pre-registration is free and simply reserves your child’s spot for the day.
